COM-PAC 23 MK 3

About the COM-PAC 23 MK 3

Same hull as the 23. Changes from the Mk2 include some tooling upgrades like converting round port lights to oval. At about this time, the builder began offering an optional 9 hp Yanmar inboard diesel engine. About 35 boats with the inboard were produced.

The Com-Pac 23 Mk 3 is a compact, trailerable sloop designed by Clark Mills and built by Com-Pac Yachts (USA) in 1991. With a displacement of 3000.0 lb and a max draft of 2.25 ft, this model represents a specific iteration of the popular 23-foot line, though the exact total hulls built for this specific Mk 3 variant is not definitively recorded in the source data.

Best for:

This boat is ideally suited for coastal cruising and trailerable weekend getaways, appealing to owners who prioritize ease of transport and low draft access. The prevalence of solar panel installations and dodger/cockpit canvas upgrades suggests it is well-regarded by single-handers and couples seeking a self-sufficient, comfortable package for short-to-medium range voyages.

Bluewater capability:

While the low capsize ratio of 2.17 and fin keel design provide inherent stability, the boat's primary role is coastal cruising rather than extended bluewater passagemaking. Its trailerable nature and moderate comfort ratio of 14.04 suggest it is best utilized for protected waters and short offshore hops rather than open-ocean expeditions.

Comparables:

Comparable boats from this era include the O'Day 23 and the Pearson 23, which share similar dimensions and trailerable characteristics. However, the Com-Pac 23 Mk 3 distinguishes itself with a lighter displacement of 3000.0 lb and a higher SA/D ratio of 19.28, offering potentially better performance in light winds compared to heavier displacement contemporaries.