CHALLENGER SCOUT
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 23.62 ft |
| LWL | 17.55 ft |
| Beam | 8.2 ft |
| Draft | 3.5 ft |
| Displacement | 2,646 lb |
| Ballast | 1,057.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 5.6 kn |
About the CHALLENGER SCOUT
The Challenger Scout is a compact fractional sloop designed by A. Mauric and J. Gaubert, built by CORMORANT (FRA) between 1970 and 1979. With a displacement of 2646.0 lb and a LOA of 23.62 ft, it represents a lightweight, performance-oriented entry into the cruising market from this era.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize ease of handling and trailerability over heavy offshore endurance. Its light displacement and fractional rig make it an excellent candidate for single-handers or couples seeking a responsive, low-maintenance package.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 2646.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.37, the Challenger Scout is primarily designed for coastal use rather than extended bluewater passages. Its light weight and fin keel configuration suggest it is best kept within sight of land or sheltered waters.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the O'Day 23 and the Pearson 23, which share similar dimensions and target the same market of accessible, trailerable coastal cruisers. These models offer similar fractional sloop rigs and light displacement characteristics, providing a direct alternative for buyers seeking a 23-foot package.
Performance
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the CHALLENGER SCOUT yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 23.62ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the CHALLENGER SCOUTyet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
Own a CHALLENGER SCOUT? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist — and they're the reason the boats above it have one.
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