CODE 8 (RACING)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 26.25 ft |
| LWL | 26.25 ft |
| Beam | 8.46 ft |
| Draft | 5.91 ft |
| Displacement | 2,183 lb |
| Ballast | 1,257 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.9 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Mainsail | 344.44 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 968.75 sq ft |
About the CODE 8 (RACING)
Length with bowsprit: 10.2m/33.46' ORC: 581,8 Main: 32 m2/344 sq.ft. Jib 1: 20 m2/215 sq.ft. Jib 2: 14 m2/151 sq.ft. Code zero (Top genoa) 39 m2/420 sq.ft. Gennaker: 90 m2/968 sq.ft. Other versions: CODE8 MATCH CODE8 CRUISING CODE8 OD
The Code 8 is a high-performance 26.25 ft racing sloop designed by Andrej Justin and built by Pauger Carbon Composites in Hungary, with production records indicating a build year of 2008. As a specialized racing platform with a displacement of 2183.0 lb and a D/L ratio of 53.88, it prioritizes speed and agility over traditional cruising comfort.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for competitive club racers and performance-oriented sailors who prioritize track record and speed over long-term offshore cruising comfort or heavy-weather durability.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low comfort ratio of 7.47 and a capsize ratio of 2.61, the Code 8 is not designed for bluewater cruising and lacks the displacement and hull form stability required for safe offshore passage-making.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other 26-foot performance racers like the J/24 or Beneteau First 26, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and lightweight hulls designed for short-handed racing rather than bluewater passage-making.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(3 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° | 5.5 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 6.7 | 6.8 | 6.8 | 7.0 |
| 60° | 6.0 | 6.5 | 6.8 | 6.9 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.3 |
| 75° | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 8.1 |
| 90° | 6.4 | 7.1 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 8.4 | 8.6 | 8.8 |
| 110° | 6.1 | 6.9 | 7.5 | 8.1 | 9.0 | 9.6 | 10.6 |
| 120° | 5.8 | 6.8 | 7.6 | 8.3 | 8.9 | 9.7 | 11.3 |
| 135° | 5.2 | 6.4 | 7.1 | 7.9 | 9.0 | 10.3 | 12.3 |
| 150° | 4.4 | 5.6 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.8 | 8.7 | 11.8 |
| Beat VMG | 3.5 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.8 |
| Run VMG | 3.8 | 4.8 | 5.6 | 6.1 | 6.7 | 7.6 | 10.3 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 26.25ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
11 reported issues across 6 systems for the CODE 8 (RACING), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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