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Camden Class
Designer: Crowninshield/R. N. Burbank  ·  Builder: Hodgdon Brothers (Usa)  ·  First built: 1915
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About the Camden Class

With limited specifications available, the Camden Class represents one of those intriguing sailboats that maintains a somewhat mysterious presence in the sailing community. What can be gleaned from existing information suggests a design that likely emerged during an era when builders focused on practical sailing characteristics over marketing flash. Based on the name's geographic association with Maine's rugged coastline, this sailboat was probably conceived with coastal cruising in mind. Camden, being a traditional sailing hub in Penobscot Bay, has long been associated with seaworthy vessels built to handle New England's challenging waters. This heritage likely influenced the Camden Class design philosophy, emphasizing reliability and seaworthiness over pure speed. The scarcity of detailed specifications might indicate either limited production numbers or a boat that predates the comprehensive documentation common in modern sailing. For potential buyers researching this class, the limited available data suggests focusing on individual vessel condition and maintenance history rather than relying heavily on published performance figures. Those considering a Camden Class should seek out current or former owners who can provide firsthand insights into the boat's sailing characteristics, construction quality, and suitability for intended use.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 28.25 ft / 8.61 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 17.00 ft / 5.18 m
Beam 6.75 ft / 2.06 m
Max Draft 4.25 ft / 1.30 m
Displacement 2,500.00 lb / 1,134 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin Keel
Rigging Type Gaffhead Sloop
Construction Wood
Designer Crowninshield/R. N. Burbank
Builder Hodgdon Brothers (USA)
First Built 1915
Number Built 4
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Performance Ratios
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
227.17
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. 2.46 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 30.48
P (Mainsail Luff) 350.00 ft² / 32.52 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 227.17
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