BRENTA 24
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 24.57 ft |
| LWL | 24.57 ft |
| Beam | 7.81 ft |
| Draft | 5.35 ft |
| Displacement | 2,425 lb |
| Ballast | 904 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.6 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 28.9 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 8.73 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 30.71 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 11.65 ft |
| FLforestay | 8.7 ft |
| Mainsail | 319.3 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 126.2 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 214.5 sq ft |
About the BRENTA 24
See BLUSAIL 24 for more details.
The Brenta 24 is a lightweight, performance-oriented fractional sloop designed by Luca Brenta and built by International Composites in Italy. Production was limited to the year 1996, with the exact total hull count remaining unverified in available records.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruising and day sailing, appealing to owners who prioritize speed and ease of handling over heavy offshore endurance. Its light displacement and high sail area-to-displacement ratio make it particularly attractive to single-handers or couples seeking a responsive, trailerable package.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 2425.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.33, the Brenta 24 is not designed for extended bluewater passages but is capable of protected coastal cruising. Its fin keel and moderate comfort ratio suggest it performs well in moderate conditions but may feel tender in heavy seas.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the O'Day 23 and the Cal 24, as they share similar length overall dimensions and target the same market of entry-level cruisers. However, the Brenta 24 distinguishes itself with a significantly lighter displacement and a more modern fractional rig compared to the heavier, masthead-rigged designs of its contemporaries.
Direct variant of the BRENTA 24
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(16 certificates)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 5.0 | 5.9 | 6.2 | 6.4 | 6.4 | 6.5 | 6.6 |
| 60° | 5.3 | 6.0 | 6.4 | 6.6 | 6.7 | 6.7 | 6.9 |
| 75° | 5.5 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.9 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.4 |
| 90° | 5.5 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 8.1 |
| 110° | 5.5 | 6.3 | 6.8 | 7.4 | 7.9 | 8.2 | 8.9 |
| 120° | 5.3 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7.3 | 8.0 | 8.7 | 9.8 |
| 135° | 4.7 | 5.8 | 6.3 | 6.8 | 7.4 | 8.1 | 10.2 |
| 150° | 4.0 | 5.0 | 5.8 | 6.2 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 8.6 |
| Beat VMG | 3.3 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.7 |
| Run VMG | 3.4 | 4.3 | 5.0 | 5.5 | 6.0 | 6.4 | 7.4 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 24.57ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the BRENTA 24, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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