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Jet 14
Designer: Howard Siddons/Uffa Fox  ·  Builder: Siddons & Sindle  ·  First built: 1952
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About the Jet 14

First introduced in the 1960s, this compact planing dinghy quickly established itself as an exciting choice for sailors seeking spirited performance in a manageable package. Built primarily in fiberglass, the Jet 14 features a modern hull design optimized for speed and responsiveness, making it particularly appealing to racing enthusiasts and recreational sailors who enjoy lively sailing characteristics. The boat's planning hull and relatively light displacement allow it to achieve impressive speeds in moderate conditions, while its size makes it trailer-friendly and easy to launch from most ramps. With its simple rigging and straightforward sail plan, the Jet 14 offers an excellent platform for developing sailing skills without overwhelming complexity. Most suited for protected waters, lakes, and coastal sailing in favorable conditions, this dinghy excels in club racing and casual day sailing. The cockpit layout provides comfortable seating for two to three crew members, though it performs best with lighter crews who can maximize its planing potential. Its responsive handling and forgiving nature have made it a popular choice for sailing programs and recreational sailors seeking an engaging, performance-oriented small boat experience.

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$1,200 – $1,200
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Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 14.08 ft / 4.29 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 13.92 ft / 4.24 m
Beam 4.67 ft / 1.42 m
Max Draft 4.17 ft / 1.27 m
Min Draft 0.33 ft / 0.10 m
Displacement 285.00 lb / 129 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 113.00 ft² / 10.50 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Centerboard Dinghy
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction Wood or FG
Designer Howard Siddons/Uffa Fox
Builder Siddons & Sindle
First Built 1952
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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
41.79
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
4.04
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
2.84
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. 5.0
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. 232.28
Rig Dimensions
J (Foretriangle Base) 16.58
E (Mainsail Foot) 8.37
How It Compares

vs. Gp14, International 14, Javelin 14 Fox

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Dimensions
LOA
Jet 14 ★
14.1 ft
Gp14
14.0 ft
International 14
14.0 ft
Javelin 14 Fox
14.0 ft
LWL
Jet 14 ★
13.9 ft
Gp14
International 14
14.0 ft
Javelin 14 Fox
13.2 ft
Beam
Jet 14 ★
4.7 ft
Gp14
5.1 ft
International 14
6.0 ft
Javelin 14 Fox
5.7 ft
Displacement
Jet 14 ★
285 lbs
Gp14
293 lbs
International 14
164 lbs
Javelin 14 Fox
475 lbs
Sail Area
Jet 14 ★
113 sq ft
Gp14
103 sq ft
International 14
200 sq ft
Javelin 14 Fox
125 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Jet 14 ★
41.8
Gp14
37.4
International 14
106.9
Javelin 14 Fox
32.9
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Jet 14 ★
4.0
Gp14
International 14
1.7
Javelin 14 Fox
5.4
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Jet 14 ★
2.84
Gp14
3.04
International 14
4.39
Javelin 14 Fox
2.91
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Jet 14 ★
Gp14
International 14
26
Javelin 14 Fox
92
Hull Speed
Jet 14 ★
5.0 kts
Gp14
International 14
5.0 kts
Javelin 14 Fox
4.9 kts
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