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Corsair
Designer: Alan Payne  ·  Builder: Blue Water Marine  ·  First built: 1967
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About the Corsair

Several sailboat manufacturers have produced vessels named Corsair over the decades, making this a name associated with both traditional cruising designs and modern performance sailing. Without specific model details, potential buyers should carefully research which particular Corsair variant they're considering, as the characteristics can vary significantly between different builders and eras. Many Corsair models have earned reputations as capable coastal cruisers, offering a balance between comfort and sailing performance. These boats often feature practical layouts suitable for weekend getaways and extended coastal exploration, with designers typically emphasizing seaworthiness and ease of handling over pure racing performance. The name Corsair itself evokes images of adventure and maritime tradition, which often translates into designs that prioritize reliability and cruising capability. Depending on the specific model and vintage, these boats may incorporate classic design elements or more contemporary features aimed at modern sailors' preferences. When researching a particular Corsair, prospective owners should investigate the specific builder, year of manufacture, and model designation to understand the boat's intended use, construction quality, and performance characteristics. This research will help determine whether the vessel aligns with individual sailing goals and experience levels.

Market Price Estimate Beta
$26,000 – $85,000
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  • Location affects price. Boats in landlocked states or areas with fewer buyers often sell for less than those on the coast.
  • Year of manufacture is not filtered. Older examples of this model will generally be priced lower than newer ones.
  • Included equipment varies widely. A boat with a full suite of electronics, dodger, and new standing rigging may command a large premium.
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Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 15.75 ft / 4.80 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 13.12 ft / 4.00 m
Beam 5.91 ft / 1.80 m
Max Draft 3.08 ft / 0.94 m
Min Draft 0.40 ft / 0.12 m
Displacement 300.00 lb / 136 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 127.00 ft² / 11.80 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Centerboard Dinghy
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Alan Payne
Builder Blue Water Marine
First Built 1967
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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
45.39
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
3.12
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
3.53
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. 4.85
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. 277.06
How It Compares

vs. Apollo 16, Bombardier 48, Cottontail, Hornet, Jet Lanaverre

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Dimensions
LOA
Corsair ★
15.8 ft
Apollo 16
15.8 ft
Bombardier 48
15.8 ft
Cottontail
15.8 ft
Hornet
16.0 ft
Jet Lanaverre
15.6 ft
LWL
Corsair ★
13.1 ft
Apollo 16
Bombardier 48
Cottontail
14.0 ft
Hornet
15.0 ft
Jet Lanaverre
15.1 ft
Beam
Corsair ★
5.9 ft
Apollo 16
5.9 ft
Bombardier 48
5.0 ft
Cottontail
5.1 ft
Hornet
4.6 ft
Jet Lanaverre
5.6 ft
Displacement
Corsair ★
300 lbs
Apollo 16
300 lbs
Bombardier 48
300 lbs
Cottontail
286 lbs
Hornet
300 lbs
Jet Lanaverre
265 lbs
Sail Area
Corsair ★
127 sq ft
Apollo 16
Bombardier 48
128 sq ft
Cottontail
120 sq ft
Hornet
Jet Lanaverre
150 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Corsair ★
45.4
Apollo 16
Bombardier 48
Cottontail
44.3
Hornet
Jet Lanaverre
58.2
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Corsair ★
3.1
Apollo 16
3.1
Bombardier 48
3.8
Cottontail
3.5
Hornet
4.0
Jet Lanaverre
2.7
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Corsair ★
3.53
Apollo 16
Bombardier 48
Cottontail
3.09
Hornet
2.74
Jet Lanaverre
3.48
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Corsair ★
Apollo 16
55
Bombardier 48
54
Cottontail
Hornet
39
Jet Lanaverre
Hull Speed
Corsair ★
4.9 kts
Apollo 16
4.9 kts
Bombardier 48
4.9 kts
Cottontail
5.0 kts
Hornet
5.2 kts
Jet Lanaverre
5.2 kts
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