Question 1

What are the specs of the F-24?

Accepted Answer

The F-24 has the following specifications: 24.17ft LOA, 17.92ft beam, 4.67ft draft, 1,800lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Frac. Sloop (Rotating Spar). Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the F-24 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Corsair Marine (USA), designed by Ian Farrier, first built in 1992, with production ending in 1994.

Question 3

Is the F-24 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The F-24 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull. It has a comfort ratio of 2.51, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 5.9, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the F-24?

Accepted Answer

The F-24 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 36.85, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 61.29, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a F-24?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a F-24 is estimated at $800 – $2.2K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a F-24 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the F-24 (24.17ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 24.17ft boat: Florida: $4,400-$11,600/year. California: $4,100-$10,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,000-$6,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,000-$8,500/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,200/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,200/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,500/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,200/year. South Carolina: $3,800-$7,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $19K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a F-24?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the F-24 (24.17ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,400-$11,600/year. California: $4,100-$10,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,000-$6,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,000-$8,500/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,200/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,200/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,500/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,200/year. South Carolina: $3,800-$7,300/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 8

What are the common problems with the F-24?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the F-24 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the F-24.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a F-24?

Accepted Answer

When buying a F-24, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the F-24 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the F-24?

Accepted Answer

The F-24 has the following rig dimensions: I=31.2ft (foretriangle height), J=7.52ft (foretriangle base), P=29.5ft (mainsail luff), E=10.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 284.6 sq ft. Jib area: 117.3 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the F-24 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The F-24 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 24.17ft LOA, comfort ratio 2.51, capsize ratio 5.9, SA/disp 36.85. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	24.17 ft
LWL	23.58 ft
Beam	17.92 ft
Draft	4.67 ft/ 1 ft min
Displacement	1,800 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.5 kn

Iforetriangle height	31.2 ft
Jforetriangle base	7.52 ft
Pmainsail luff	29.5 ft
Emainsail foot	10.5 ft
FLforestay	7.5 ft
Mainsail	284.6 sq ft
Jib (100%)	117.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	199.4 sq ft

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