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Young 6M
Designer: Jim Young  ·  Builder: Jim Young Or From Plans  ·  First built: 1972
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About the Young 6M

Designed as a compact and nimble sailboat, the Young 6M has earned a following among sailors who value responsive handling and accessible performance. Built by Young Yachts, an Australian manufacturer with a reputation for producing practical and well-engineered fiberglass boats, the 6M sits comfortably in the category of entry-level to intermediate sailing, making it a popular choice for day sailing, club racing, and relaxed coastal cruising. While detailed specifications are limited, the 6M's design reflects the builder's broader philosophy of creating boats that are fun to sail without demanding excessive experience or maintenance. Its manageable size makes it well suited to single-handed or short-handed sailing, and the boat is frequently seen on Australian waterways as a club racer and weekend companion. For those researching a first keelboat or a low-maintenance addition to their sailing life, the Young 6M represents a practical and proven option. Its simplicity is a genuine strength, offering a straightforward platform that rewards good seamanship without overwhelming the newcomer to keelboat sailing.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 19.68 ft / 6.00 m
Beam 8.07 ft / 2.46 m
Max Draft 4.76 ft / 1.45 m
Displacement 1,153.00 lb / 523 kg
Ballast 701.00 lb / 318 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 229.00 ft² / 21.27 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Swing Keel
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction Plywood
Designer Jim Young
Builder Jim Young or from plans
First Built 1972
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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
33.39
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
3.08
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