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North Star 727 Farr
Designer: Bruce Farr  ·  Builder: North Star Yachts Ltd.  ·  First built: 1976
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About the North Star 727 Farr

Designed by the legendary Bruce Farr, the North Star 727 Farr carries the hallmark pedigree of one of sailing's most celebrated naval architects, whose designs have consistently proven themselves on racecourses and open water around the world. Built for the New Zealand market, this yacht reflects Farr's characteristic emphasis on speed, efficiency, and responsive handling, making it an appealing option for sailors who want performance without sacrificing practical usability. The North Star 727 Farr is well suited to inshore and coastal sailing, where its likely emphasis on clean lines and a balanced hull form would allow it to shine in club racing or spirited weekend passages. Farr-designed boats of this era are typically known for their lively feel underway and their ability to reward skilled helmsmen, making this an engaging boat for those who genuinely enjoy the craft of sailing. While detailed specifications are limited, the Farr name alone speaks to a strong design philosophy rooted in competition and refinement. Prospective buyers researching this model would do well to connect with owners and class associations, where firsthand experience often paints the fullest picture of a boat's true character.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 23.83 ft / 7.26 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 19.58 ft / 5.97 m
Beam 8.33 ft / 2.54 m
Max Draft 4.67 ft / 1.42 m
Displacement 2,700.00 lb / 1,225 kg
Ballast 900.00 lb / 408 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 240.00 ft² / 22.30 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Bruce Farr
Builder North Star Yachts Ltd.
First Built 1976
Related Sailboats ["Farr 727" · "Moore 24" · "J24" · "Shark 24" · "Cal 2 24"]
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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
19.85
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
11.88
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
2.4
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. 5.93
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
3.55
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. 582.78
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 24.4
J (Foretriangle Base) 7.8
P (Mainsail Luff) 25.7
E (Mainsail Foot) 10.9
SA Fore 95.16
SA Main 140.07
How It Compares

vs. J24, Moore 24, Shark 24

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Dimensions
LOA
North Star 727 Farr ★
23.8 ft
J24
24.0 ft
Moore 24
23.8 ft
Shark 24
24.0 ft
LWL
North Star 727 Farr ★
19.6 ft
J24
20.0 ft
Moore 24
21.8 ft
Shark 24
20.0 ft
Beam
North Star 727 Farr ★
8.3 ft
J24
8.9 ft
Moore 24
7.2 ft
Shark 24
6.8 ft
Displacement
North Star 727 Farr ★
2 lbs
J24
3 lbs
Moore 24
2 lbs
Shark 24
2 lbs
Ballast
North Star 727 Farr ★
900 lbs
J24
950 lbs
Moore 24
1 lbs
Shark 24
675 lbs
Sail Area
North Star 727 Farr ★
240 sq ft
J24
262 sq ft
Moore 24
247 sq ft
Shark 24
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
North Star 727 Farr ★
J24
Moore 24
158 s/nm
Shark 24
236 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
North Star 727 Farr ★
19.9
J24
19.8
Moore 24
24.6
Shark 24
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
North Star 727 Farr ★
J24
Moore 24
48.8 %
Shark 24
30.7 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
North Star 727 Farr ★
11.9
J24
12.3
Moore 24
10.3
Shark 24
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
North Star 727 Farr ★
2.40
J24
2.44
Moore 24
2.26
Shark 24
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
North Star 727 Farr ★
J24
Moore 24
88
Shark 24
122
Hull Speed
North Star 727 Farr ★
5.9 kts
J24
6.0 kts
Moore 24
6.3 kts
Shark 24
Speed Number (higher = faster)
North Star 727 Farr ★
3.6
J24
3.4
Moore 24
5.7
Shark 24
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