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Rl 24
Designer: Rob Legg  ·  Builder: Rob. Legg Yachts Pty Ltd.(Aus)  ·  First built: 1973
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About the Rl 24

Designed by Rob Legg and built by Rob. Legg Yachts in Australia from 1973 to 1987, this 24-foot sailboat represents solid Australian yacht design from the era. With 500 hulls produced over its 14-year production run, the Rl 24 established itself as a popular choice among sailors seeking a capable small cruiser. The boat's design emphasizes versatility with its keel/centerboard configuration, allowing access to shallow waters while maintaining good sailing performance. Its fractional sloop rig provides balanced sail handling, while the substantial 4.25-foot draft ensures adequate stability for coastal cruising. The moderate displacement of 1,650 pounds strikes a good balance between performance and load-carrying capacity. With a comfort ratio of 8.61, the Rl 24 falls into the light cruising category, making it well-suited for weekend coastal adventures and protected water sailing. The SA/Displacement ratio of 24.8 indicates spirited performance in moderate conditions, while the capsize screening formula of 2.48 suggests the boat is best kept in coastal waters rather than venturing offshore. The fiberglass construction ensures durability and relatively low maintenance, important factors for recreational sailors seeking reliable weekend cruising capability.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 24.00 ft / 7.32 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 19.50 ft / 5.94 m
Beam 7.33 ft / 2.23 m
Max Draft 4.25 ft / 1.30 m
Min Draft 1.00 ft / 0.30 m
Displacement 1,650.00 lb / 748 kg
Ballast 225.00 lb / 102 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 216.00 ft² / 20.07 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Keel/Cbrd.
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Rob Legg
Builder Rob. Legg Yachts Pty Ltd.(AUS)
First Built 1973
Last Built 1987
Number Built 500
Associations RL Yachts (AUS)
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
 174
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
 24.8
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
 13.64
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
 99.34
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
 8.61
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
 2.48
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. 5.92 kn
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. 510.72 pounds/inch
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