ALERION 26 (CARROL MARINE)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 25.33 ft |
| LWL | 20 ft |
| Beam | 7.17 ft |
| Draft | 3.58 ft |
| Displacement | 4,800 lb |
| Ballast | 2,499.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.0 kn |
About the ALERION 26 (CARROL MARINE)
The original Alerion was designed by Nathanael Greene Herreshoff for his own use in 1912 and built by the Herreshoff Manufacturing Company in Bristol, Rhode Island. The new boat evolved directly from this design with a change in scale and other refinements by Captain Nat's son, A. Sidney DeWolfe Herreshoff and his son, Halsey C. Herreshoff, in consultation with Isaac B. Merriman Jr., donor of the original Alerion to Mystic Seaport.
Designed by Herreshoff and built by Carroll Marine, the Alerion 26 is a compact fractional sloop produced in 2002. With a displacement of 4800.0 lb and a beam of 7.17 ft, it offers a stable platform for its size, though the exact total hulls built remains unverified in the source data.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors seeking a manageable, single-handed friendly vessel with a full keel for stability. Its fractional sloop rig and moderate displacement make it ideal for protected waters and light offshore passages.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.7 and a full/long keel, the Alerion 26 possesses inherent stability suitable for protected offshore passages, though its light displacement of 4800.0 lb limits its heavy-weather bluewater endurance.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Catalina 25 and O'Day 23, which share similar beam dimensions and fractional sloop rigs from the same era. These vessels offer similar coastal cruising capabilities and ease of handling for small crews.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 25.33ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
4 reported issues across 3 systems for the ALERION 26 (CARROL MARINE), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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