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Kingfisher 20 1
Designer: R.a.g. Nierop  ·  Builder: Westfield Engineering  ·  First built: 1967
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About the Kingfisher 20 1

With limited documentation available, the Kingfisher 20 1 represents one of those intriguing smaller sailboats that sailed somewhat under the radar of mainstream boating publications. Based on its designation, this appears to be a 20-foot sailing vessel that likely targeted the entry-level cruising market or served as a capable daysailer for coastal waters. Small sailboats in this size range typically excel at introducing new sailors to the sport while offering experienced sailors an affordable platform for weekend adventures. The Kingfisher 20 1 would have been well-suited for protected coastal sailing, lake cruising, and daysailing activities where its manageable size could be appreciated by small crews or single-handed sailors. Without extensive production records or detailed specifications readily available, researching this particular model requires some detective work. Potential buyers interested in the Kingfisher 20 1 should focus on evaluating individual boats based on their condition, rigging setup, and overall maintenance rather than relying heavily on published specifications. This approach often proves wise with lesser-documented models, where the boat's actual condition matters more than its original reputation or technical specifications.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 21.58 ft / 6.58 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 19.25 ft / 5.87 m
Beam 6.92 ft / 2.11 m
Max Draft 2.33 ft / 0.71 m
Displacement 2,900.00 lb / 1,315 kg
Ballast 1,100.00 lb / 499 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 177.00 ft² / 16.44 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Twin Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer R.A.G. Nierop
Builder Westfield Engineering
First Built 1967
Last Built 1978
Related Sailboats ["Etap 22" · "Westerly 21" · "Cs 22" · "Jaguar 22" · "Dehler 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
13.96
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
17.07
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
1.94
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. 5.88
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. 475.97
How It Compares

vs. Cs 22, Jaguar 22, Westerly 21

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Dimensions
LOA
Kingfisher 20 1 ★
21.6 ft
Cs 22
21.6 ft
Jaguar 22
21.5 ft
Westerly 21
21.5 ft
LWL
Kingfisher 20 1 ★
19.3 ft
Cs 22
17.5 ft
Jaguar 22
19.3 ft
Westerly 21
18.8 ft
Beam
Kingfisher 20 1 ★
6.9 ft
Cs 22
8.0 ft
Jaguar 22
7.7 ft
Westerly 21
7.8 ft
Displacement
Kingfisher 20 1 ★
2 lbs
Cs 22
2 lbs
Jaguar 22
2 lbs
Westerly 21
3 lbs
Ballast
Kingfisher 20 1 ★
1 lbs
Cs 22
1 lbs
Jaguar 22
550 lbs
Westerly 21
1 lbs
Sail Area
Kingfisher 20 1 ★
177 sq ft
Cs 22
Jaguar 22
205 sq ft
Westerly 21
210 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Kingfisher 20 1 ★
14.0
Cs 22
Jaguar 22
19.2
Westerly 21
14.2
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Kingfisher 20 1 ★
Cs 22
50.0 %
Jaguar 22
24.4 %
Westerly 21
45.8 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Kingfisher 20 1 ★
17.1
Cs 22
Jaguar 22
11.5
Westerly 21
18.9
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Kingfisher 20 1 ★
1.94
Cs 22
Jaguar 22
2.34
Westerly 21
2.01
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Kingfisher 20 1 ★
Cs 22
183
Jaguar 22
139
Westerly 21
247
Hull Speed
Kingfisher 20 1 ★
5.9 kts
Cs 22
Jaguar 22
5.9 kts
Westerly 21
5.8 kts
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