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Chrysler 22 Fk
Designer: Halsey Herreshoff  ·  Builder: Chrysler Marine  ·  First built: 1975
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About the Chrysler 22 Fk

With limited documentation available, the Chrysler 22 Fk represents an intriguing chapter in recreational sailing history that deserves closer examination by prospective buyers and sailing enthusiasts. This sailboat emerged during an era when manufacturers were experimenting with various hull designs and rigging configurations to meet the growing demand for affordable family sailing. Based on its designation and manufacturer lineage, this vessel likely shares DNA with other Chrysler marine products of its time, suggesting solid construction standards and practical design philosophy. The "Fk" designation hints at specific variant characteristics that may distinguish it from other boats in the Chrysler sailing lineup. Given the typical Chrysler approach to boat building, potential owners can expect a vessel designed primarily for coastal cruising and weekend sailing adventures. These boats generally prioritized stability and ease of handling over pure performance, making them suitable for families and newer sailors developing their skills. The scarcity of detailed specifications actually adds to the boat's mystique for collectors and sailors interested in less common vessels. Prospective buyers should conduct thorough inspections and seek out owner communities or sailing forums where hands-on experience with this particular model might be shared.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 21.58 ft / 6.58 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 19.00 ft / 5.79 m
Beam 7.75 ft / 2.36 m
Max Draft 4.92 ft / 1.50 m
Displacement 3,000.00 lb / 1,361 kg
Ballast 725.00 lb / 329 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Halsey Herreshoff
Builder Chrysler Marine
First Built 1975
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Performance Ratios
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
15.32
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
2.15
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. 5.84
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
2.66
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. 526.14
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 27.5
J (Foretriangle Base) 8.8
P (Mainsail Luff) 23.3
E (Mainsail Foot) 7.6
SA Fore 121.0
SA Main 88.54
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Chrysler 22 Fk ★
21.6 ft
Catalina 22 Mkii
21.5 ft
Chrysler 22 Sk
21.6 ft
Cs 22
21.6 ft
Hunter 22
21.5 ft
Windrose 22
21.6 ft
LWL
Chrysler 22 Fk ★
19.0 ft
Catalina 22 Mkii
19.5 ft
Chrysler 22 Sk
19.0 ft
Cs 22
17.5 ft
Hunter 22
18.5 ft
Windrose 22
19.0 ft
Beam
Chrysler 22 Fk ★
7.8 ft
Catalina 22 Mkii
8.0 ft
Chrysler 22 Sk
7.8 ft
Cs 22
8.0 ft
Hunter 22
8.0 ft
Windrose 22
8.0 ft
Displacement
Chrysler 22 Fk ★
3 lbs
Catalina 22 Mkii
2 lbs
Chrysler 22 Sk
3 lbs
Cs 22
2 lbs
Hunter 22
2 lbs
Windrose 22
1 lbs
Ballast
Chrysler 22 Fk ★
725 lbs
Catalina 22 Mkii
870 lbs
Chrysler 22 Sk
Cs 22
1 lbs
Hunter 22
1 lbs
Windrose 22
600 lbs
Sail Area
Chrysler 22 Fk ★
Catalina 22 Mkii
212 sq ft
Chrysler 22 Sk
210 sq ft
Cs 22
Hunter 22
213 sq ft
Windrose 22
206 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Chrysler 22 Fk ★
Catalina 22 Mkii
270 s/nm
Chrysler 22 Sk
Cs 22
249 s/nm
Hunter 22
252 s/nm
Windrose 22
246 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Chrysler 22 Fk ★
Catalina 22 Mkii
18.4
Chrysler 22 Sk
16.2
Cs 22
Hunter 22
17.8
Windrose 22
21.0
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Chrysler 22 Fk ★
Catalina 22 Mkii
34.9 %
Chrysler 22 Sk
Cs 22
50.0 %
Hunter 22
37.7 %
Windrose 22
30.3 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Chrysler 22 Fk ★
15.3
Catalina 22 Mkii
Chrysler 22 Sk
15.3
Cs 22
Hunter 22
13.1
Windrose 22
9.7
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Chrysler 22 Fk ★
2.15
Catalina 22 Mkii
Chrysler 22 Sk
2.15
Cs 22
Hunter 22
2.32
Windrose 22
2.55
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Chrysler 22 Fk ★
Catalina 22 Mkii
149
Chrysler 22 Sk
Cs 22
183
Hunter 22
186
Windrose 22
128
Hull Speed
Chrysler 22 Fk ★
5.8 kts
Catalina 22 Mkii
Chrysler 22 Sk
5.8 kts
Cs 22
Hunter 22
5.8 kts
Windrose 22
5.8 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Chrysler 22 Fk ★
2.7
Catalina 22 Mkii
Chrysler 22 Sk
2.7
Cs 22
Hunter 22
Windrose 22
4.3
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