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Farr 920
Designer: Bruce Farr  ·  Builder: Various  ·  First built: 1975
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About the Farr 920

Designed by renowned naval architect Bruce Farr in 1975, this 30-foot sailboat represents an early example of the modern performance-oriented designs that would make the New Zealand designer famous worldwide. With only 50 hulls built by various manufacturers, the Farr 920 remains a relatively rare find in today's used boat market. The boat's specifications reveal a design optimized for spirited sailing performance rather than cruising comfort. Its fin keel and spade rudder configuration, combined with a fractional sloop rig, delivers responsive handling and solid upwind performance. The relatively light displacement of 4,894 pounds and narrow waterline length of 23.5 feet contribute to quick acceleration and lively sailing characteristics that racing enthusiasts will appreciate. With a comfort ratio of 13.8, this boat clearly prioritizes performance over long-distance cruising amenities, making it ideal for coastal sailing, club racing, and weekend adventures. The capsize screening formula of 2.36 indicates reasonable offshore capabilities for experienced sailors, though the design leans more toward spirited day sailing and short coastal passages. Available in both wood and fiberglass construction, the Farr 920 offers buyers a chance to own a piece of sailing design history from one of the sport's most influential architects.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 30.25 ft / 9.22 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.50 ft / 7.16 m
Beam 10.00 ft / 3.05 m
Max Draft 5.25 ft / 1.60 m
Displacement 4,894.00 lb / 2,220 kg
Ballast 1,909.00 lb / 866 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction Wood or FG
Designer Bruce Farr
Builder Various
First Built 1975
Number Built 50
Associations Half Ton Class
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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
 39.01
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
 168.35
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
 13.8
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
 2.36
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. 6.50 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. 839.68 pounds/inch
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