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Court 650
Designer: Jim Wiltshire  ·  Builder: Court Yachts (Aus)
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About the Court 650

Built by Australia's Court Yachts to Jim Wiltshire's design, this 28-foot fractional sloop represents a thoughtful approach to coastal cruising with versatility as its hallmark. The swing keel configuration allows for exploration of shallow waters while maintaining respectable sailing performance when the keel is fully deployed at 4.30 feet. With a displacement of just over 2,000 pounds and a sail area of 159 square feet, the Court 650 strikes a balance between manageable size and sailing capability. The relatively high sail area to displacement ratio of 15.83 suggests spirited performance in light to moderate conditions, while the fiberglass construction ensures durability for extended coastal adventures. The boat's comfort ratio of 9.73 indicates a design optimized more for day sailing and short-term cruising rather than extended offshore passages, making it ideal for weekend getaways and coastal exploration. The swing keel feature particularly appeals to sailors wanting access to shallow anchorages and launching ramps, while the outboard rudder configuration provides positive steering control and simplified maintenance. This design caters well to sailors seeking an easily managed coastal cruiser that doesn't compromise on sailing enjoyment, offering the flexibility to explore varied cruising grounds with confidence.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 28.05 ft / 8.55 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 19.46 ft / 5.93 m
Beam 7.55 ft / 2.30 m
Max Draft 4.30 ft / 1.31 m
Min Draft 0.72 ft / 0.22 m
Displacement 2,050.30 lb / 930 kg
Ballast 617.29 lb / 280 kg
Ballast Type Iron centerboard
Sail Area (Reported) 159.31 ft² / 14.80 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Swing keel w/outboard rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Jim Wiltshire
Builder Court Yachts (AUS)
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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
 15.83
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
 30.11
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
 124.21
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
 9.73
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
 2.38
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. 5.91 kn
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. 524.97 pounds/inch
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