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Comet 860
Designer: Groupe Finot  ·  Builder: Comar  ·  First built: 1984
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About the Comet 860

With limited specifications available in current records, the Comet 860 represents one of those intriguing sailboats that requires deeper investigation for prospective buyers. The model designation suggests a boat in the mid-sized range, likely designed for recreational sailing rather than pure racing applications. Based on typical design conventions of boats carrying the Comet name, this vessel would likely appeal to sailors seeking a balance between performance and comfort. The 860 designation often indicates either length overall or a model sequence number, positioning this boat for coastal cruising and day sailing activities rather than extended offshore passages. Without detailed specifications readily available, potential buyers should focus their research on contacting previous owners, brokers familiar with the model, or the original manufacturer if still in business. The scarcity of information doesn't necessarily indicate poor quality or limited production numbers, but rather suggests this model may have had regional popularity or represented a transitional design in the manufacturer's lineup. For sailors considering the Comet 860, conducting a thorough survey and sea trial becomes even more critical given the limited documented performance data and design characteristics currently accessible through standard marine industry resources.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 28.00 ft / 8.53 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 22.33 ft / 6.81 m
Beam 9.67 ft / 2.95 m
Max Draft 4.33 ft / 1.32 m
Displacement 6,600.00 lb / 2,994 kg
Ballast 2,112.00 lb / 958 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 474.00 ft² / 44.04 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Groupe Finot
Builder Comar
First Built 1984
Last Built 1987
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
240
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
21.62
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
20.67
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
2.07
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. 6.33
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. 771.55
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