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Truc 12
Designer: Marco Croci  ·  Builder: Crus Yacht (It)  ·  First built: 2006
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About the Truc 12

Designed as a compact and nimble sailing vessel, the Truc 12 represents a French approach to accessible recreational sailing. While detailed specifications for this model remain scarce, the Truc 12 appears to belong to a tradition of small, manageable sailboats well-suited to inshore and coastal sailing, where ease of handling and simplicity are valued above all else. Boats in this class are typically favored by sailors looking to enjoy relaxed day sailing or introductory cruising in sheltered waters, making the Truc 12 a potentially attractive option for beginners and those seeking a low-maintenance sailing experience. Its modest size suggests it would be well at home on lakes, rivers, and calm coastal bays rather than demanding offshore passages. For prospective buyers, the Truc 12's appeal likely lies in its approachability and the straightforward sailing experience it offers. Those researching this model would be well advised to seek out owners' communities and regional sailing clubs in France, where firsthand accounts and additional technical details may help paint a fuller picture of this boat's character and capabilities.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 11.98 ft / 3.65 m
Beam 4.49 ft / 1.37 m
Displacement 123.46 lb / 56 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Daggerboard
Rigging Type Cat (Marconi)
Construction GRP
Designer Marco Croci
Builder Crus Yacht (IT)
First Built 2006
Related Sailboats ["Hobie Bravo" · "Rs Neo" · "Byte" · "Splash" · "Fusion"]
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Performance Ratios
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
52.2
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
2.39
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. 4.28 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. 0.98 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 47.25
P (Mainsail Luff) 73.19 ft² / 6.80 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Crus Yachts (IT)
How It Compares

vs. Byte, Rs Neo, Splash

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Dimensions
LOA
Truc 12 ★
12.0 ft
Byte
12.0 ft
Rs Neo
11.6 ft
Splash
11.8 ft
LWL
Truc 12 ★
Byte
10.5 ft
Rs Neo
Splash
11.8 ft
Beam
Truc 12 ★
4.5 ft
Byte
4.3 ft
Rs Neo
4.7 ft
Splash
5.1 ft
Displacement
Truc 12 ★
123 lbs
Byte
99 lbs
Rs Neo
183 lbs
Splash
155 lbs
Sail Area
Truc 12 ★
Byte
58 sq ft
Rs Neo
64 sq ft
Splash
59 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Truc 12 ★
Byte
43.4
Rs Neo
32.1
Splash
32.7
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Truc 12 ★
2.4
Byte
2.0
Rs Neo
Splash
2.4
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Truc 12 ★
Byte
3.68
Rs Neo
3.28
Splash
3.76
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Truc 12 ★
52
Byte
38
Rs Neo
Splash
Hull Speed
Truc 12 ★
4.3 kts
Byte
4.3 kts
Rs Neo
Splash
4.6 kts
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