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Jaguar 22
Designer: Frank V. Butler  ·  Builder: Russell Marine Ltd. (Uk)  ·  First built: 1975
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About the Jaguar 22

Designed by Frank V. Butler and built by Russell Marine Ltd. in the UK starting in 1975, this compact 21.5-foot sailboat achieved remarkable success with 1,500 units produced over its production run. The Jaguar 22 represents classic British small boat design philosophy, emphasizing seaworthiness and practical sailing characteristics over pure speed. With its masthead sloop rig and 205 square feet of sail area, the boat offers manageable sail handling for small crews while providing respectable performance. The fin keel with transom-hung rudder configuration delivers good upwind ability and responsive steering, making it well-suited for coastal cruising and daysailing. At 2,250 pounds displacement with 550 pounds of ballast, the design strikes a reasonable balance between stability and trailer-ability. The comfort ratio of 11.53 suggests a relatively stiff, motion-quick boat that prioritizes performance over ultimate comfort, while the capsize screening value of 2.34 indicates marginal offshore capabilities. This boat excels in protected waters, coastal exploration, and as a capable trainer for developing sailing skills. The fiberglass construction proved durable, and many examples remain active today, testament to the sound engineering of this popular British design that helped introduce countless sailors to the sport.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 21.50 ft / 6.55 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 19.33 ft / 5.89 m
Beam 7.67 ft / 2.34 m
Max Draft 3.80 ft / 1.16 m
Displacement 2,250.00 lb / 1,021 kg
Ballast 550.00 lb / 249 kg
Ballast Type Iron
Sail Area (Reported) 205.00 ft² / 19.05 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Frank V. Butler
Builder Russell Marine Ltd. (UK)
First Built 1975
Number Built 1500
Associations Jaguar Owners Association (UK)
Related Sailboats ["Alacrity 670 Alacrity 22" · "Catalina 22 Mkii" · "Hunter 22" · "Westerly 21" · "Cs 22"]
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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
 19.15
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
 24.44
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
 139.07
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
 11.53
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
 2.34
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. 5.89 kn
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
 3.85
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. 529.75 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 19.15
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 25.80 ft / 7.86 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 8.00 ft / 2.44 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 21.00 ft / 6.40 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 9.70 ft / 2.96 m
SA Fore 103.20 ft² / 9.59 m²
SA Main 101.85 ft² / 9.46 m²
SA Total (100%) 205.05 ft² / 19.05 m²
Est. Forestay Length 27.01 ft / 8.23 m
How It Compares

vs. Catalina 22 Mkii, Hunter 22, Westerly 21

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Dimensions
LOA
Jaguar 22 ★
21.5 ft
Catalina 22 Mkii
21.5 ft
Hunter 22
21.5 ft
Westerly 21
21.5 ft
LWL
Jaguar 22 ★
19.3 ft
Catalina 22 Mkii
19.5 ft
Hunter 22
18.5 ft
Westerly 21
18.8 ft
Beam
Jaguar 22 ★
7.7 ft
Catalina 22 Mkii
8.0 ft
Hunter 22
8.0 ft
Westerly 21
7.8 ft
Displacement
Jaguar 22 ★
2 lbs
Catalina 22 Mkii
2 lbs
Hunter 22
2 lbs
Westerly 21
3 lbs
Ballast
Jaguar 22 ★
550 lbs
Catalina 22 Mkii
870 lbs
Hunter 22
1 lbs
Westerly 21
1 lbs
Sail Area
Jaguar 22 ★
205 sq ft
Catalina 22 Mkii
212 sq ft
Hunter 22
213 sq ft
Westerly 21
210 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Jaguar 22 ★
—
Catalina 22 Mkii
270 s/nm
Hunter 22
252 s/nm
Westerly 21
—
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Jaguar 22 ★
19.2
Catalina 22 Mkii
18.4
Hunter 22
17.8
Westerly 21
14.2
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Jaguar 22 ★
24.4 %
Catalina 22 Mkii
34.9 %
Hunter 22
37.7 %
Westerly 21
45.8 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Jaguar 22 ★
11.5
Catalina 22 Mkii
—
Hunter 22
13.1
Westerly 21
18.9
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Jaguar 22 ★
2.34
Catalina 22 Mkii
—
Hunter 22
2.32
Westerly 21
2.01
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Jaguar 22 ★
139
Catalina 22 Mkii
149
Hunter 22
186
Westerly 21
247
Hull Speed
Jaguar 22 ★
5.9 kts
Catalina 22 Mkii
—
Hunter 22
5.8 kts
Westerly 21
5.8 kts
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