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Jaguar 23
Designer: John Mullins  ·  Builder: Canvey Yacht Builders  ·  First built: 1980
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About the Jaguar 23

With limited documentation available, the Jaguar 23 represents one of the more elusive entries in the 23-foot sailboat category. This modest-sized vessel appears to have been designed primarily for recreational sailing, likely targeting weekend warriors and small-boat enthusiasts seeking an accessible entry point into sailing. Based on its length and typical design philosophy of the era, the Jaguar 23 would have been well-suited for protected waters, day sailing, and light coastal cruising. Boats in this size range typically offer a good balance of manageable handling for smaller crews while providing enough interior space for basic overnight accommodations. The scarcity of detailed specifications and production information suggests the Jaguar 23 may have had a relatively limited production run or regional distribution. This could make finding examples on the used market challenging, though it might also mean discovering one represents an interesting find for sailors seeking something outside the mainstream. For prospective buyers, the limited available data means extra due diligence would be essential when evaluating any Jaguar 23. Without comprehensive specifications readily available, careful inspection of construction quality, rigging condition, and overall maintenance history becomes even more critical in the decision-making process.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 23.00 ft / 7.01 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 20.00 ft / 6.10 m
Beam 8.16 ft / 2.49 m
Max Draft 4.58 ft / 1.40 m
Min Draft 1.00 ft / 0.30 m
Displacement 3,200.00 lb / 1,451 kg
Ballast 1,003.00 lb / 455 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 254.00 ft² / 23.60 m²
Headroom 5.75 ft / 1.75 m
Design & Construction
Hull Type Lifting Keel
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer John Mullins
Builder Canvey Yacht Builders
First Built 1980
Last Built 1985
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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
18.76
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
14.44
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
2.22
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. 5.99
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. 583.13
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