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Drac
Designer: Andre Mauric  ·  Builder: Artecna (Fra)  ·  First built: 1973
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About the Drac

Shrouded in mystery due to limited available documentation, the Drac represents one of those intriguing sailboat designs that has largely escaped comprehensive cataloging in modern databases. This scarcity of detailed specifications often indicates either a limited production run, regional builder, or perhaps a design that predates widespread industry record-keeping. Without extensive technical data to draw upon, potential buyers and sailing enthusiasts must rely on firsthand accounts and whatever fragmented information surfaces through sailing communities and classified listings. The name "Drac" suggests possible European origins, though this remains speculative without concrete manufacturer details or design provenance. For those encountering a Drac during their boat search, thorough hands-on inspection becomes even more critical than usual. The absence of readily available specifications means buyers cannot easily cross-reference standard performance metrics, construction details, or common maintenance issues that typically inform purchasing decisions. This documentation gap presents both challenges and opportunities—while research proves difficult, it may also indicate a unique design worth preserving. Prospective owners should seek out existing Drac sailors, marine surveyors familiar with the type, or sailing forums where knowledge about lesser-known designs often resurfaces through community expertise and shared experiences.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 35.33 ft / 10.77 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 28.21 ft / 8.60 m
Beam 10.83 ft / 3.30 m
Max Draft 5.94 ft / 1.81 m
Displacement 14,330.00 lb / 6,500 kg
Ballast 7,275.00 lb / 3,300 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Andre Mauric
Builder Artecna (FRA)
First Built 1973
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Performance Ratios
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
50.77
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
284.96
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. 6.55 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 29.29
P (Mainsail Luff) 1,076.00 ft² / 99.96 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo Penta
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