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Morgan 26
Designer: Charles Morgan  ·  Builder: Morgan Yachts (Usa)  ·  First built: 1969
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About the Morgan 26

Built during the height of the fiberglass sailboat boom, this compact cruiser represents Morgan's commitment to creating affordable family sailing vessels. The Morgan 26 emerged from a design philosophy focused on providing maximum interior volume within a manageable size, making it an attractive option for new boat owners and those seeking an easily handled coastal cruiser. The boat features Morgan's characteristic solid fiberglass construction and practical layout approach that prioritized comfort over pure performance. Its moderate displacement hull form strikes a balance between stability and sailing ability, while the cabin provides surprising accommodations for weekend cruising or extended coastal adventures. This model appeals primarily to coastal cruisers who value ease of handling and reasonable interior space. The boat's size makes it suitable for trailer sailing, opening up cruising possibilities beyond a single home port. While not designed for serious offshore work or competitive racing, the Morgan 26 excels as a family day sailer and weekend cruiser. The design reflects Morgan's reputation for building practical, value-oriented sailboats that introduced countless sailors to the cruising lifestyle. For buyers seeking an affordable entry into cruising or a manageable boat for relaxed coastal sailing, this model offers solid construction and proven seaworthiness.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 26.00 ft / 7.92 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.00 ft / 7.01 m
Beam 8.75 ft / 2.67 m
Max Draft 3.16 ft / 0.96 m
Displacement 5,000.00 lb / 2,268 kg
Ballast 2,200.00 lb / 998 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Keel/CB & spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Charles Morgan
Builder Morgan Yachts (USA)
First Built 1969
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Performance Ratios
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
44.0
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
183.46
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. 4.31 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 7.50 ft / 2.29 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 322.00 ft² / 29.91 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 183.46
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