FAREAST 18R
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 19.03 ft |
| LWL | 16.9 ft |
| Beam | 7.22 ft |
| Draft | 3.94 ft |
| Displacement | 1,433 lb |
| Ballast | 617 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 5.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Spinnaker | 303.54 sq ft |
About the FAREAST 18R
Lifting keel(for transport). Asym. spinnaker area: 28.20 m2
The Fareast 18R is a compact, high-performance fractional sloop designed by Simonis-Voogd and built by Shanghai Far East Boats Co starting in 2012. With a displacement of 1433.0 lb and a length overall of 19.03 ft, it represents a modern approach to micro-cruising and daysailing.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal daysailing, trailerable cruising, and single-handers seeking a responsive, lightweight package with a fractional rig.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 1433.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.56, the boat is not designed for offshore bluewater passage making but is stable enough for protected coastal waters.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Wayfarer and the Sunfish, though the 18R offers a more modern hull form and fractional rig configuration for improved upwind performance.
Performance
Estimated Value
Medium ConfidenceAsking price by model year
5 listings · boat years 2016–2022 · median $35,000
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 19.03ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
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