COMET 701
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 22.97 ft |
| LWL | 17.72 ft |
| Beam | 8.53 ft |
| Draft | 4.76 ft |
| Displacement | 3,086 lb |
| Ballast | 948 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 5.6 kn |
About the COMET 701
Another boat to this same design was built in Germany (Wegu bootswerft) and called the WEGU 701.
The Comet 701 is a compact, performance-oriented trailerable sloop designed by Groupe Finot and built by Comar (ITA) between 1979 and 1985, with a total production of 257 hulls. Its lightweight displacement of 3086.0 lb and fin keel configuration reflect a design philosophy focused on agility and ease of handling rather than heavy offshore comfort.
- Best for:
- This boat is ideally suited for coastal cruising, daysailing, and trailerable weekend getaways, appealing to single-handers or couples who prioritize speed and easy transport over heavy bluewater provisioning.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 3086.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.35, the Comet 701 is primarily a coastal cruiser with limited bluewater capability, lacking the heavy ballast and robust construction typically required for extended offshore passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the O'Day 23 and Pearson 23, which share similar trailerable dimensions and coastal cruising roles, though the Comet 701 distinguishes itself with a lighter displacement and more performance-focused Finot design.
Performance
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the COMET 701 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 22.97ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the COMET 701yet 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 COMET 701? 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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