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Marsh Cat
Designer: Joel White  ·  Builder: Various. Plans For Home Builders  ·  First built: 1990
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About the Marsh Cat

With limited specifications available, the Marsh Cat represents an intriguing entry in the sailboat market that warrants further investigation by prospective buyers. This vessel appears to be designed with versatility in mind, though comprehensive details about her construction and dimensions remain elusive in current documentation. Based on the naming convention and what can be gleaned from available sources, the Marsh Cat likely targets sailors seeking a capable boat for protected waters and coastal exploration. The "Marsh" designation suggests particular suitability for shallow-water sailing, including estuaries, bays, and inland waterways where draft considerations become paramount. While detailed specifications remain scarce, the Marsh Cat's design philosophy appears to emphasize practical sailing characteristics over pure performance metrics. This approach typically results in boats that offer forgiving handling characteristics, making them attractive to both novice sailors and experienced mariners seeking reliable coastal cruising capabilities. Potential buyers should conduct thorough research and seek additional technical documentation before making purchasing decisions, as the limited available specifications make it challenging to fully evaluate the boat's capabilities against specific sailing requirements and intended use patterns.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 15.00 ft / 4.57 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 14.00 ft / 4.27 m
Beam 6.92 ft / 2.11 m
Max Draft 2.42 ft / 0.74 m
Displacement 1,309.00 lb / 594 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Centerboard (Trunk)
Rigging Type Gaff head Cat
Construction Wood
Designer Joel White
Builder Various. Plans for home builders
First Built 1990
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Performance Ratios
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
212.96
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. 2.08 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 0.75 ft / 0.23 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 152.00 ft² / 14.12 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 212.96
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