The TransPac 52 (TP52) is a 52-foot monohull box-rule racing class first conceived for the 2003 Transpacific Yacht Race and now the dominant grand-prix racing class through the 52 Super Series and major offshore events. Class rules constrain max LOA, draft, and minimum displacement (~7,000 kg) but otherwise allow extensive optimization, so designs from Botin Carkeek, Judel/Vrolijk, Reichel/Pugh, and Farr have driven continuous evolution of hull form and rig design. With about 60% of weight in the deep T-keel and lead bulb, no canting keels and no water ballast, the class prizes simplicity, speed, and reliability — TP52s routinely top fleets in the Rolex Sydney Hobart, Newport Bermuda, and Caribbean 600.
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What is the Transpac 52's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Transpac 52 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 47.5. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Transpac 52's comfort ratio?
The Transpac 52 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 13.73. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Transpac 52 safe for offshore sailing?
The Transpac 52 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.37. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Transpac 52?
The theoretical hull speed of the Transpac 52 is 9.09 knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Transpac 52 weigh?
The Transpac 52 has a displacement of 15,432 and a length overall (LOA) of 52.0.
Who designed the Transpac 52?
The Transpac 52 was designed by Box Rule (Botin Carkeek, Judel/Vrolijk, Reichel/Pugh, Farr Yacht Design), first built in 2002.