J.G.Fay & Co.
Solent Class Specifications
Main Specs
| Length, m | 17.47 |
| Beam, m | 3.35 |
| Draft, m | 2.29 |
Classification
| Hull Material | Wood |
Rigging and Keel
| Rig | Cutter |
| Max Draft, m | 2.29 |
Manufacturer Information
| Shipyard | J.G.Fay & Co. |
| # Built | 7 |
| Designer | Alfred Mylne |
| Period of manufacturing | 1903 - 1903 |
Technical Specs
| LOA, m | 17.47 |
| LWL, m | 11.58 |
| Sail Area (S.A.), m² | 162.58 |
Sailboat Calculations
Hull Speed Max Formula
HS = 1.34 × √LWL (in feet)
The maximum speed of a displacement hull (referring to a hull that travels through the water rather than on top of it, e.g. planing).
HS = 1.34 × √LWL (in feet)
The maximum speed of a displacement hull (referring to a hull that travels through the water rather than on top of it, e.g. planing).
Pounds per Inch Immersion Formula
PPI = LWL Area × 5.333
The weight required to sink the yacht one inch. Calculated by multiplying the LWL area by 5.333 for sea water or 5.2 for fresh water.
PPI = LWL Area × 5.333
The weight required to sink the yacht one inch. Calculated by multiplying the LWL area by 5.333 for sea water or 5.2 for fresh water.
| Hull Speed Max, knots | 8.26 |
| Pounds per Inch Immersion, lbs/inch | 1,492.00 |
