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Cc 27 Mk V
Designer: C&C Design Group  ·  Builder: C&C Yachts  ·  First built: 1984
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About the Cc 27 Mk V

Introduced in 1984, this 26.5-foot sailboat represents C&C Design Group's approach to creating a versatile coastal cruiser with racing DNA. The Cc 27 Mk V features a modern fin keel configuration with a transom-hung rudder, providing responsive handling and good windward performance characteristics typical of C&C's design philosophy. With a displacement of 4,420 pounds and moderate ballast ratio, this fiberglass sloop strikes a balance between stability and performance. The relatively low comfort ratio of 14.67 reflects its sporty nature, making it better suited for day sailing and weekend coastal cruising rather than extended offshore passages. However, the capsize screening formula of 2.26 indicates reasonable stability for coastal waters. The masthead sloop rig carries 342 square feet of sail area, delivering a sail area-to-displacement ratio of 20.37 that provides lively performance in moderate conditions. The hull's 23-foot waterline length generates a theoretical hull speed of 6.43 knots, making it competitive in club racing while remaining manageable for recreational sailors. Built by C&C Yachts, this model appeals to sailors seeking a boat that can handle both spirited daysailing and comfortable weekend cruising along protected coastlines, powered by a modest 7.5 horsepower auxiliary engine for reliable harbor maneuvering.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 26.50 ft / 8.08 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.00 ft / 7.01 m
Beam 9.25 ft / 2.82 m
Max Draft 4.83 ft / 1.47 m
Displacement 4,420.00 lb / 2,005 kg
Ballast 1,715.00 lb / 778 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 342.00 ft² / 31.77 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer C&C Design Group
Builder C&C Yachts
First Built 1984
Associations C&C 27 Association
Related Sailboats ["Tanzer 27" · "Hunter 265" · "S2 27" · "Lancer 27 Ps" · "Cc 26 Wave"]
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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
 20.37
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
 38.8
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
 162.18
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
 14.67
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
 2.26
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. 6.43 kn
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
 3.64
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. 760.18 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 20.43
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 35.50 ft / 10.82 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 10.08 ft / 3.07 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 30.50 ft / 9.30 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 10.75 ft / 3.28 m
SA Fore 178.92 ft² / 16.62 m²
SA Main 163.94 ft² / 15.23 m²
SA Total (100%) 342.86 ft² / 31.85 m²
Est. Forestay Length 36.90 ft / 11.25 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Yanmar
Engine Model 1GMF
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 7.5
Fuel Capacity 10 gals / 38 L
Water Capacity 15 gals / 57 L
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Cc 27 Mk V ★
26.5 ft
Hunter 265
26.6 ft
Lancer 27 Ps
26.6 ft
S2 27
26.6 ft
LWL
Cc 27 Mk V ★
23.0 ft
Hunter 265
22.4 ft
Lancer 27 Ps
22.0 ft
S2 27
23.3 ft
Beam
Cc 27 Mk V ★
9.3 ft
Hunter 265
9.0 ft
Lancer 27 Ps
8.6 ft
S2 27
9.3 ft
Displacement
Cc 27 Mk V ★
4 lbs
Hunter 265
4 lbs
Lancer 27 Ps
4 lbs
S2 27
5 lbs
Ballast
Cc 27 Mk V ★
1 lbs
Hunter 265
1 lbs
Lancer 27 Ps
1 lbs
S2 27
2 lbs
Sail Area
Cc 27 Mk V ★
342 sq ft
Hunter 265
304 sq ft
Lancer 27 Ps
310 sq ft
S2 27
350 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Cc 27 Mk V ★
20.4
Hunter 265
18.2
Lancer 27 Ps
18.0
S2 27
19.2
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Cc 27 Mk V ★
38.8 %
Hunter 265
40.9 %
Lancer 27 Ps
37.0 %
S2 27
40.0 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Cc 27 Mk V ★
14.7
Hunter 265
15.4
Lancer 27 Ps
17.4
S2 27
16.4
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Cc 27 Mk V ★
2.26
Hunter 265
2.20
Lancer 27 Ps
2.07
S2 27
2.17
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Cc 27 Mk V ★
162
Hunter 265
174
Lancer 27 Ps
192
S2 27
175
Hull Speed
Cc 27 Mk V ★
6.4 kts
Hunter 265
6.3 kts
Lancer 27 Ps
6.3 kts
S2 27
6.5 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Cc 27 Mk V ★
3.6
Hunter 265
3.2
Lancer 27 Ps
2.8
S2 27
3.2
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