CLIPPER 4
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 23.58 ft |
| LWL | 18.5 ft |
| Beam | 7.92 ft |
| Draft | 3 ft |
| Displacement | 2,900 lb |
| Ballast | 1,080 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 5.8 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 26.6 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 10.4 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 21.6 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 7.5 ft |
| FLforestay | 10.4 ft |
| Mainsail | 225.8 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 138.3 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 235.1 sq ft |
About the CLIPPER 4
Designed as IOR 1/4 ton racer. Also called CM/4.
The Clipper 4 is a 23.58 ft masthead sloop designed by W.I.B. Crealock and built by Clipper Marine Corp. (USA) in 1973. With a displacement of 2900.0 lb and a build count of ?, this vessel represents a specific era of American trailerable cruising yachts.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and trailerable boat owners seeking a lightweight, manageable package with a max draft of 3.0 ft. Its comfort ratio of 14.21 suggests it is best suited for protected waters rather than heavy offshore conditions.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 2900.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.22, the Clipper 4 is not recommended for serious bluewater passagemaking. Its light weight and trailerable nature prioritize coastal and bay cruising over offshore endurance.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other 1970s trailerable sloops like the O'Day 23 or Catalina 22, which share similar LOA dimensions and trailerable footprints. These vessels offer similar masthead sloop configurations and target the same entry-level cruising market.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 23.58ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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