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Cc 61
Designer: Cuthbertson & Cassian  ·  Builder: C&C Yachts (Can)  ·  First built: 1971
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About the Cc 61

Designed by the renowned Canadian firm Cuthbertson & Cassian and built by C&C Yachts beginning in 1971, this impressive 61-footer represents the pinnacle of early 1970s yacht design philosophy. With only nine hulls produced, the Cc 61 stands as an exclusive example of serious offshore sailing capability wrapped in elegant lines that defined C&C's reputation for performance-oriented cruising yachts. The hull's substantial displacement of over 57,000 pounds, combined with nearly 22,200 pounds of ballast in a fin keel configuration, creates exceptional stability for extended offshore passages. The masthead sloop rig carries 1,712 square feet of sail area, providing a moderate sail area-to-displacement ratio that favors steady performance over extreme speed. Her comfort ratio of 44.73 indicates excellent motion characteristics in seaway conditions, while the conservative capsize screening value reflects inherent seaworthiness. This fiberglass construction yacht excels as a serious bluewater cruiser, equally suited for coastal exploration and transoceanic voyaging. The fin keel with spade rudder configuration offers responsive handling while maintaining the directional stability crucial for long-distance sailing. With her proven 80-horsepower auxiliary engine and hull speed approaching 9.5 knots, the Cc 61 delivers the reliability and performance that discerning sailors demand.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 61.25 ft / 18.67 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 50.00 ft / 15.24 m
Beam 15.08 ft / 4.60 m
Max Draft 8.25 ft / 2.51 m
Displacement 57,298.00 lb / 25,990 kg
Ballast 22,178.00 lb / 10,060 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 1,712.00 ft² / 159.05 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Cuthbertson & Cassian
Builder C&C Yachts (CAN)
First Built 1971
Number Built 9
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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
18.51
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
38.71
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
204.64
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
44.73
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
1.57
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. 9.48 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
2.82
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. 2,694.12 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. 18.51
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 75.00 ft / 22.86 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 26.00 ft / 7.92 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 67.00 ft / 20.42 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 22.00 ft / 6.71 m
SA Fore 975.00 ft² / 90.58 m²
SA Main 737.00 ft² / 68.47 m²
SA Total (100%) 1,712.00 ft² / 159.05 m²
Est. Forestay Length 79.38 ft / 24.20 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Perkins
Engine Model 4-236
Horsepower 80
Fuel Capacity 100 gals / 379 L
How It Compares

vs. Exploration 60 Garcia, Jeanneau Yachts 60, Morgan 60, Oceanis Yacht 60 Beneteau, Oceanis Yacht 62 Beneteau

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Dimensions
LOA
Cc 61 ★
61.3 ft
Exploration 60 Garcia
64.0 ft
Jeanneau Yachts 60
60.0 ft
Morgan 60
59.9 ft
Oceanis Yacht 60 Beneteau
61.4 ft
Oceanis Yacht 62 Beneteau
62.3 ft
LWL
Cc 61 ★
50.0 ft
Exploration 60 Garcia
55.0 ft
Jeanneau Yachts 60
52.5 ft
Morgan 60
50.0 ft
Oceanis Yacht 60 Beneteau
52.5 ft
Oceanis Yacht 62 Beneteau
53.8 ft
Beam
Cc 61 ★
15.1 ft
Exploration 60 Garcia
17.7 ft
Jeanneau Yachts 60
17.7 ft
Morgan 60
15.8 ft
Oceanis Yacht 60 Beneteau
18.4 ft
Oceanis Yacht 62 Beneteau
18.7 ft
Displacement
Cc 61 ★
57 lbs
Exploration 60 Garcia
77 lbs
Jeanneau Yachts 60
57 lbs
Morgan 60
60 lbs
Oceanis Yacht 60 Beneteau
66 lbs
Oceanis Yacht 62 Beneteau
74 lbs
Ballast
Cc 61 ★
22 lbs
Exploration 60 Garcia
21 lbs
Jeanneau Yachts 60
20 lbs
Morgan 60
19 lbs
Oceanis Yacht 60 Beneteau
22 lbs
Oceanis Yacht 62 Beneteau
24 lbs
Sail Area
Cc 61 ★
1 sq ft
Exploration 60 Garcia
Jeanneau Yachts 60
1,798 sq ft
Morgan 60
Oceanis Yacht 60 Beneteau
1,938 sq ft
Oceanis Yacht 62 Beneteau
2,260 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Cc 61 ★
18.5
Exploration 60 Garcia
0.7
Jeanneau Yachts 60
19.3
Morgan 60
Oceanis Yacht 60 Beneteau
18.9
Oceanis Yacht 62 Beneteau
20.3
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Cc 61 ★
38.7 %
Exploration 60 Garcia
27.6 %
Jeanneau Yachts 60
36.5 %
Morgan 60
31.7 %
Oceanis Yacht 60 Beneteau
33.3 %
Oceanis Yacht 62 Beneteau
33.2 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Cc 61 ★
44.7
Exploration 60 Garcia
Jeanneau Yachts 60
34.9
Morgan 60
Oceanis Yacht 60 Beneteau
38.1
Oceanis Yacht 62 Beneteau
41.3
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Cc 61 ★
1.57
Exploration 60 Garcia
Jeanneau Yachts 60
1.84
Morgan 60
Oceanis Yacht 60 Beneteau
1.82
Oceanis Yacht 62 Beneteau
1.78
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Cc 61 ★
204
Exploration 60 Garcia
206
Jeanneau Yachts 60
176
Morgan 60
214
Oceanis Yacht 60 Beneteau
204
Oceanis Yacht 62 Beneteau
214
Hull Speed
Cc 61 ★
9.5 kts
Exploration 60 Garcia
Jeanneau Yachts 60
9.7 kts
Morgan 60
Oceanis Yacht 60 Beneteau
9.7 kts
Oceanis Yacht 62 Beneteau
9.8 kts
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