COMET 800
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 25.59 ft |
| LWL | 21.65 ft |
| Beam | 8.68 ft |
| Draft | 4.76 ft |
| Displacement | 4,409 lb |
| Ballast | 1,543.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.2 kn |
About the COMET 800
We know that the beam measurement is correct. Jean Marie Finot himself has confirmed it. Thanks to 'Agoro' for checking.
The Comet 800 is a compact, performance-oriented cruiser designed by Groupe Finot and built by Comar (ITA) between 1978 and 1986, with a total production of 245 hulls. Its lightweight displacement of 4409.0 lb and high SA/D ratio of 21.72 indicate a boat optimized for speed and agility rather than heavy-weather comfort.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend racers who prioritize sailing performance and ease of handling over long-range offshore provisioning. Its manageable size and fin keel make it ideal for single-handers or couples seeking a responsive, trailerable package.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 4409.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.12, the Comet 800 is best suited for protected coastal waters rather than extended bluewater passages. Its light build and fin keel offer excellent upwind performance but provide less motion comfort and reserve buoyancy in heavy offshore conditions.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the O'Day 23 and Pearson 23, which share similar dimensions and eras but typically feature heavier displacement and less radical hull forms. The Comet 800 distinguishes itself with a higher performance bias derived from its Finot design and lighter build.
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 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 3.9 | 4.7 | 5.2 | 5.6 | 5.8 | 6.0 | 6.1 | 6.1 |
| 60° | 4.1 | 4.9 | 5.4 | 5.7 | 5.9 | 6.1 | 6.3 | 6.3 |
| 75° | 4.2 | 5.0 | 5.5 | 5.9 | 6.1 | 6.3 | 6.5 | 6.7 |
| 90° | 4.2 | 5.1 | 5.7 | 6.1 | 6.3 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 6.9 |
| 110° | 4.3 | 5.2 | 5.8 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 7.6 |
| 120° | 4.2 | 5.1 | 5.7 | 6.0 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 7.9 |
| 135° | 3.7 | 4.7 | 5.4 | 5.8 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.7 |
| 150° | 3.2 | 4.2 | 4.9 | 5.5 | 5.9 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7.3 |
| Beat VMG | 2.5 | 3.1 | 3.5 | 3.8 | 4.1 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.3 |
| Run VMG | 2.8 | 3.6 | 4.3 | 4.9 | 5.4 | 5.8 | 6.3 | 6.8 |
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the COMET 800 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 25.59ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the COMET 800yet 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 800? 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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