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Farr 1220
Designer: Bruce Farr  ·  Builder: Sea Nymph Boats/Mcdell Marine (Nz)  ·  First built: 1986
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About the Farr 1220

Designed by the renowned Farr Yacht Design team, this 12-meter sailboat represents the studio's commitment to performance-oriented sailing craft that bridge the gap between racing intensity and practical sailing applications. Bruce Farr's reputation for creating fast, seaworthy designs suggests the 1220 likely incorporates the firm's signature approach of maximizing speed while maintaining good handling characteristics. With limited specifications publicly available, the Farr 1220 appears to be positioned as a versatile performer suitable for both competitive sailors and those seeking spirited coastal cruising. The design likely features the clean lines and efficient hull forms that have made Farr boats successful in both one-design racing and handicap fleets worldwide. Given Farr's design philosophy, owners can expect responsive handling, good upwind performance, and the kind of sailing characteristics that reward skilled helmsmanship. The 1220's size makes it manageable for small crews while providing enough sailing excitement to satisfy performance-minded sailors. While detailed information remains scarce, the Farr pedigree suggests this boat would appeal to sailors prioritizing sailing performance over creature comforts, making it well-suited for day sailing, club racing, and coastal adventures where speed and handling take precedence.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 40.03 ft / 12.20 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 33.60 ft / 10.24 m
Beam 12.50 ft / 3.81 m
Max Draft 6.53 ft / 1.99 m
Displacement 13,367.00 lb / 6,063 kg
Ballast 5,864.00 lb / 2,660 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Bruce Farr
Builder Sea Nymph Boats/McDell Marine (NZ)
First Built 1986
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
81
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
43.87
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
157.31
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. 9.0 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 20.16
J (Foretriangle Base) 14.11 ft / 4.30 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 707.00 ft² / 65.68 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo Penta
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 43
How It Compares

vs. Cc 121, Imx 40, Schock 40

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Dimensions
LOA
Farr 1220 ★
40.0 ft
Cc 121
40.0 ft
Imx 40
Schock 40
40.0 ft
LWL
Farr 1220 ★
33.6 ft
Cc 121
35.5 ft
Imx 40
34.4 ft
Schock 40
35.0 ft
Beam
Farr 1220 ★
12.5 ft
Cc 121
13.1 ft
Imx 40
12.5 ft
Schock 40
10.0 ft
Displacement
Farr 1220 ★
13 lbs
Cc 121
14 lbs
Imx 40
15 lbs
Schock 40
7 lbs
Ballast
Farr 1220 ★
5 lbs
Cc 121
5 lbs
Imx 40
5 lbs
Schock 40
1 lbs
Sail Area
Farr 1220 ★
Cc 121
846 sq ft
Imx 40
951 sq ft
Schock 40
682 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Farr 1220 ★
Cc 121
23.3
Imx 40
25.1
Schock 40
29.9
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Farr 1220 ★
43.9 %
Cc 121
39.0 %
Imx 40
Schock 40
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Farr 1220 ★
Cc 121
19.3
Imx 40
Schock 40
13.8
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Farr 1220 ★
Cc 121
2.17
Imx 40
2.02
Schock 40
2.09
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Farr 1220 ★
157
Cc 121
140
Imx 40
Schock 40
Hull Speed
Farr 1220 ★
Cc 121
8.0 kts
Imx 40
7.9 kts
Schock 40
7.9 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Farr 1220 ★
Cc 121
4.4
Imx 40
3.8
Schock 40
7.0
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