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Dc 14 Phantom
Designer: Maclear & Harris  ·  Builder: Duncan Sutphen Inc. (Usa)  ·  First built: 1964
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About the Dc 14 Phantom

Designed by the renowned naval architecture firm Maclear & Harris and first launched in 1964, this compact catamaran represents an early example of production multihull sailing. Built by Duncan Sutphen Inc. in the United States, the Phantom features a twin daggerboard configuration that provides excellent shallow-water capability with its modest 2.18-foot draft. At just over 14 feet in length, this fiberglass catamaran delivers impressive performance thanks to its high sail area-to-displacement ratio of 45.15, making it notably fast and responsive in light to moderate winds. The fractional sloop rig offers good balance and control, while the 6.67-foot beam provides stability typical of multihull designs without excessive width for trailering. The Phantom excels as a day sailor and small boat racer, particularly suited for protected waters, lakes, and coastal sailing in favorable conditions. Its lightweight 350-pound displacement makes beach launching straightforward, while the catamaran configuration offers the excitement of multihull sailing without the complexity of larger designs. This boat appeals to sailors seeking performance-oriented fun sailing and those interested in experiencing classic 1960s catamaran design, though its compact size limits extended cruising capabilities.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 14.18 ft / 4.32 m
Beam 6.67 ft / 2.03 m
Max Draft 2.18 ft / 0.66 m
Min Draft 0.50 ft / 0.15 m
Displacement 350.00 lb / 159 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 140.00 ft² / 13.01 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Catamaran Twin Dbrd.
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer MacLear & Harris
Builder Duncan Sutphen Inc. (USA)
First Built 1964
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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
45.15
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
89.23
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
3.38
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
3.79
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. 4.65 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. 1.72 pounds/inch
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LOA
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14.2 ft
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Beam
Dc 14 Phantom ★
6.7 ft
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Displacement
Dc 14 Phantom ★
350 lbs
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Sail Area
Dc 14 Phantom ★
140 sq ft
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110 sq ft
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Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Dc 14 Phantom ★
45.2
Arrow Catamaran
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Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Dc 14 Phantom ★
3.4
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Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Dc 14 Phantom ★
3.79
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5.09
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Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Dc 14 Phantom ★
89
Arrow Catamaran
28
Mystere 43
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46
Hull Speed
Dc 14 Phantom ★
4.7 kts
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