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Barracuda 13
Designer: Gus Linell  ·  Builder: Chrysler Marine  ·  First built: 1964
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About the Barracuda 13

With limited specifications available in current records, the Barracuda 13 represents an intriguing entry in the small sailboat market that warrants further investigation by prospective buyers. This compact sailing vessel appears designed with versatility in mind, likely targeting sailors seeking an affordable entry point into the sport or those desiring a manageable daysailer for local waters. The Barracuda name suggests a focus on performance characteristics, potentially indicating responsive handling and decent speed capabilities for its size class. At 13 feet, this boat would typically accommodate one to two sailors comfortably, making it well-suited for coastal sailing, lake cruising, or sailing instruction. The compact dimensions would also appeal to sailors with limited storage space or trailering requirements. Without comprehensive technical data readily available, potential buyers should conduct thorough research to understand the boat's construction quality, rigging configuration, and overall design philosophy. The relative scarcity of detailed specifications may indicate either limited production numbers or a boat that predates comprehensive documentation practices in the sailing industry. Prospective owners would benefit from inspecting examples in person and consulting with current Barracuda 13 owners to fully assess its capabilities and suitability for their intended sailing applications.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 13.00 ft / 3.96 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 12.00 ft / 3.66 m
Beam 4.50 ft / 1.37 m
Max Draft 3.50 ft / 1.07 m
Displacement 300.00 lb / 136 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 168.00 ft² / 15.61 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Dbrd. Dinghy
Rigging Type Cat (unstayed)
Construction FG
Designer Gus Linell
Builder Chrysler Marine
First Built 1964
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
60.04
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
5.08
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
2.69
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 4.64
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
6.4
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 192.95
Rig Dimensions
P (Mainsail Luff) 16.0
E (Mainsail Foot) 9.5
SA Main 76.0
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LOA
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LWL
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12.0 ft
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Beam
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4.5 ft
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Displacement
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Sail Area
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168 sq ft
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Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
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60.0
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Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
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5.1
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Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
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2.69
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Hull Speed
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