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Bellboy 17
 ·  Builder: Freighter Industries
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About the Bellboy 17

With limited specifications available, the Bellboy 17 represents a compact sailing vessel that likely falls into the small boat category suitable for day sailing and coastal exploration. Given its modest size, this sailboat would appeal to sailors seeking an accessible entry point into the sport or those looking for a manageable boat for weekend adventures. The Bellboy 17's dimensions suggest it's designed for simplicity and ease of handling, making it an attractive option for novice sailors or experienced mariners wanting a low-maintenance vessel. Boats of this size typically feature straightforward rigging systems and basic accommodations, prioritizing sailing performance over extensive creature comforts. This sailboat would be well-suited for protected waters, small lakes, and near-shore coastal sailing where its size allows for easy launching and retrieval. The design likely emphasizes stability and forgiving handling characteristics, common traits in boats intended for recreational use and sailing education. While detailed specifications remain scarce, the Bellboy 17 appears to occupy the recreational day sailor niche, offering an uncomplicated sailing experience for those who value simplicity and ease of ownership over extended cruising capabilities.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 17.00 ft / 5.18 m
Beam 7.33 ft / 2.23 m
Displacement 1,288.00 lb / 584 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 186.00 ft² / 17.28 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Centerboard (Trunk)
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction GRP
Builder Freighter Industries
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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
25.19
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
2.7
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 15.0
J (Foretriangle Base) 8.75
P (Mainsail Luff) 20.25
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.0
SA Fore 65.63
SA Main 111.38
How It Compares

vs. Com-Pac Sun Cat, Holder 17, Montgomery 17

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Dimensions
LOA
Bellboy 17 ★
17.0 ft
Com-Pac Sun Cat
17.0 ft
Holder 17
17.0 ft
Montgomery 17
17.1 ft
LWL
Bellboy 17 ★
Com-Pac Sun Cat
15.0 ft
Holder 17
15.0 ft
Montgomery 17
15.8 ft
Beam
Bellboy 17 ★
7.3 ft
Com-Pac Sun Cat
7.5 ft
Holder 17
7.3 ft
Montgomery 17
7.3 ft
Displacement
Bellboy 17 ★
1 lbs
Com-Pac Sun Cat
1 lbs
Holder 17
950 lbs
Montgomery 17
1 lbs
Ballast
Bellboy 17 ★
Com-Pac Sun Cat
650 lbs
Holder 17
345 lbs
Montgomery 17
550 lbs
Sail Area
Bellboy 17 ★
186 sq ft
Com-Pac Sun Cat
162 sq ft
Holder 17
147 sq ft
Montgomery 17
154 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Bellboy 17 ★
25.2
Com-Pac Sun Cat
16.6
Holder 17
24.4
Montgomery 17
19.7
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Bellboy 17 ★
Com-Pac Sun Cat
33.3 %
Holder 17
Montgomery 17
39.3 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Bellboy 17 ★
Com-Pac Sun Cat
13.1
Holder 17
6.7
Montgomery 17
9.4
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Bellboy 17 ★
2.70
Com-Pac Sun Cat
2.40
Holder 17
2.95
Montgomery 17
2.62
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Bellboy 17 ★
Com-Pac Sun Cat
257
Holder 17
Montgomery 17
157
Hull Speed
Bellboy 17 ★
Com-Pac Sun Cat
5.2 kts
Holder 17
5.2 kts
Montgomery 17
5.3 kts
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