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Mirage 26 Perry
Designer: Robert Perry  ·  Builder: Mirage Yachts Ltd  ·  First built: 1976
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About the Mirage 26 Perry

Perry Design's Mirage 26 represents a compelling entry in the small cruiser market, designed by renowned naval architect Bob Perry, whose reputation for creating seaworthy, well-balanced sailboats precedes this model. This 26-footer embodies Perry's philosophy of combining traditional sailing characteristics with modern conveniences, making it an attractive option for sailors seeking their first serious cruising boat or a manageable weekender. The design showcases Perry's trademark attention to hull form and sailing performance, likely featuring moderate displacement and a comfortable motion in various sea conditions. Given Perry's design heritage, the Mirage 26 probably offers a good balance between interior accommodation and sailing ability, making it suitable for coastal cruising and extended weekend adventures. While detailed specifications may be scarce, Perry's involvement suggests thoughtful construction standards and seaworthy characteristics that have made his designs popular among sailors who prioritize both performance and comfort. The Mirage 26 would appeal to sailors looking for a boat that can handle varying conditions while providing adequate space for short-term cruising or day sailing adventures.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 26.17 ft / 7.98 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 21.67 ft / 6.61 m
Beam 9.25 ft / 2.82 m
Max Draft 4.50 ft / 1.37 m
Displacement 4,770.00 lb / 2,164 kg
Ballast 2,050.00 lb / 930 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 313.00 ft² / 29.08 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Robert Perry
Builder Mirage Yachts Ltd
First Built 1976
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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
17.72
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
16.54
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
2.2
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. 6.24
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
2.68
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. 716.22
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 33.6
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.0
P (Mainsail Luff) 28.5
E (Mainsail Foot) 9.0
SA Fore 184.8
SA Main 128.25
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