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Em 24
Designer: Ernesto Quaranta  ·  Builder: Sibma Navale Italiana  ·  First built: 1971
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About the Em 24

With limited specifications available, the Em 24 represents an intriguing entry in the 24-foot sailboat category that merits further investigation by prospective buyers. Based on its designation and typical characteristics of boats in this size range, this vessel likely targets the small cruiser and coastal sailing market. Boats of this length typically excel at weekend coastal adventures and day sailing, offering enough space for a small crew while remaining manageable for single-handed operation. The Em 24's design likely emphasizes practicality and ease of handling, making it suitable for sailors seeking an accessible entry into cruising or those wanting a nimble boat for exploring protected waters and nearby coastal areas. Without detailed specifications readily available, potential buyers should focus their research on build quality, interior layout efficiency, and sailing characteristics when evaluating this model. The limited documentation suggests this may be a lesser-known design or potentially a regional builder's offering, which could present both opportunities for value-conscious buyers and challenges in terms of parts availability and resale considerations. Prospective owners should conduct thorough inspections and seek out existing owners' experiences to fully understand this boat's capabilities and any unique characteristics.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 23.61 ft / 7.20 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 19.35 ft / 5.90 m
Beam 8.20 ft / 2.50 m
Max Draft 3.75 ft / 1.14 m
Displacement 2,400.00 lb / 1,089 kg
Ballast 1,000.00 lb / 454 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction Plywood/multi-chine
Designer Ernesto Quaranta
Builder Sibma Navale Italiana
First Built 1971
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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
41.67
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
147.88
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. 3.4 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 26.04
P (Mainsail Luff) 291.00 ft² / 27.03 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 147.88
How It Compares

vs. Achilles 24, Kendal 23 Westerly, Pearson 24

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Dimensions
LOA
Em 24 ★
23.6 ft
Achilles 24
23.8 ft
Kendal 23 Westerly
23.7 ft
Pearson 24
23.5 ft
LWL
Em 24 ★
19.4 ft
Achilles 24
19.5 ft
Kendal 23 Westerly
19.0 ft
Pearson 24
18.5 ft
Beam
Em 24 ★
8.2 ft
Achilles 24
7.1 ft
Kendal 23 Westerly
8.0 ft
Pearson 24
8.0 ft
Displacement
Em 24 ★
2 lbs
Achilles 24
2 lbs
Kendal 23 Westerly
4 lbs
Pearson 24
4 lbs
Ballast
Em 24 ★
1 lbs
Achilles 24
1 lbs
Kendal 23 Westerly
Pearson 24
1 lbs
Sail Area
Em 24 ★
Achilles 24
210 sq ft
Kendal 23 Westerly
235 sq ft
Pearson 24
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Em 24 ★
Achilles 24
17.8
Kendal 23 Westerly
14.7
Pearson 24
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Em 24 ★
41.7 %
Achilles 24
50.5 %
Kendal 23 Westerly
Pearson 24
41.9 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Em 24 ★
Achilles 24
14.2
Kendal 23 Westerly
19.5
Pearson 24
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Em 24 ★
Achilles 24
2.06
Kendal 23 Westerly
2.00
Pearson 24
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Em 24 ★
147
Achilles 24
156
Kendal 23 Westerly
Pearson 24
303
Hull Speed
Em 24 ★
Achilles 24
5.9 kts
Kendal 23 Westerly
5.8 kts
Pearson 24
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