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Sr 25
Designer: G. Henderson  ·  Builder: C&C International  ·  First built: 1996
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About the Sr 25

Designed as a compact and capable sailboat, the Sr 25 occupies a practical niche for sailors seeking an accessible entry point into keelboat sailing without sacrificing genuine on-the-water performance. While detailed specifications for this model remain limited, the Sr 25 appears well-suited to inland and coastal sailing, offering a manageable platform for day sailing, club racing, or introductory cruising adventures. Boats of this size and designation typically reward sailors who value simplicity and ease of handling, making the Sr 25 a potentially strong choice for those building their skills or looking for a low-maintenance vessel that can be sailed short-handed. Its modest footprint likely makes it straightforward to trailer, store, and rig, appealing to owners who want flexibility in how and where they sail. Prospective buyers researching the Sr 25 are encouraged to seek out owner communities and class associations, which can provide invaluable firsthand insights into the boat's handling characteristics, common maintenance considerations, and overall sailing personality — details that specs alone rarely capture.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 25.50 ft / 7.77 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 21.00 ft / 6.40 m
Beam 8.50 ft / 2.59 m
Max Draft 5.42 ft / 1.65 m
Min Draft 1.33 ft / 0.41 m
Displacement 1,860.00 lb / 844 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 274.00 ft² / 25.46 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Lifting Keel
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer G. Henderson
Builder C&C International
First Built 1996
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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
120
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
29.05
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
7.43
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
2.77
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. 6.14
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
6.34
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. 637.8
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 25.55
J (Foretriangle Base) 9.05
P (Mainsail Luff) 27.25
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.66
ISP (Spinnaker Luff) 28.08
SPL/TPS 9.95
SA Fore 115.61
SA Main 158.87
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