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Trident 24
Designer: Alan F. Hill  ·  Builder: Marine Construction Ltd.  ·  First built: 1960
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About the Trident 24

A compact and capable pocket cruiser, the Trident 24 represents an accessible entry point into the world of keelboat sailing for those looking to explore coastal waters and protected bays. Designed with simplicity and reliability in mind, this modest sailboat appeals to new sailors and budget-conscious enthusiasts who want a manageable vessel without sacrificing the fundamentals of genuine sailing performance. While detailed specifications for the Trident 24 are limited in available records, boats of this size and type typically excel as daysailers and weekend cruisers, offering enough cabin space for overnight adventures while remaining easy to single-hand or sail with a small crew. The 24-foot class generally strikes a practical balance between trailerable convenience and on-the-water stability, making it a versatile choice for sailors who want flexibility in how and where they use their boat. For anyone considering the Trident 24, connecting with current owners and class communities would be a valuable step, as firsthand experience often reveals the character and quirks that specifications alone cannot capture.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 24.00 ft / 7.32 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 19.00 ft / 5.79 m
Beam 7.42 ft / 2.26 m
Max Draft 2.50 ft / 0.76 m
Displacement 4,040.00 lb / 1,833 kg
Ballast 1,500.00 lb / 680 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 290.00 ft² / 26.94 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Triple Keel
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Alan F. Hill
Builder Marine Construction Ltd.
First Built 1960
Last Built 1974
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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
18.34
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
21.09
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
1.87
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. 5.84
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
2.0
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. 503.74
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 26.2
J (Foretriangle Base) 8.5
P (Mainsail Luff) 26.0
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.42
SA Fore 111.35
SA Main 148.46
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