FAREAST 26
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 27.49 ft |
| LWL | 23.52 ft |
| Beam | 8.37 ft |
| Draft | 5.58 ft |
| Displacement | 3,649 lb |
| Ballast | 1,322 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Mainsail | 249.72 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 150.69 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 617.85 sq ft |
| SA total | 249.72 sq ft |
About the FAREAST 26
Mainsail Area: 23.2 m2 Furling Jib Area: 14 m2 Spinnaker Area: 57.4 m2 Sail Area Total Upwind: 37.20m2 Sail Area Total Downwind: 80.60 m2
Designed by Simonis Voogt and built by Far East Boat Co. in China, the Fareast 26 is a compact fractional sloop with a production start date of 2006. With a displacement of 3649.0 lb and a beam of 8.37 ft, it offers a balance of stability and maneuverability, though the exact total hulls built remains unconfirmed.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors seeking a manageable, trailerable package with a fractional sloop rig that is relatively easy to handle.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 3649.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.18, the boat is primarily designed for coastal cruising rather than heavy offshore passage-making.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other 26-foot trailerable cruisers like the Beneteau First 26 or O'Day 26, the Fareast 26 shares similar dimensions and a focus on ease of single-handed or couple sailing.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.9 | 5.8 | 6.3 | 6.4 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| 60° | 5.2 | 6.0 | 6.4 | 6.6 | 6.7 | 6.7 | 6.8 |
| 75° | 5.5 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.9 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.3 |
| 90° | 5.7 | 6.4 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.0 |
| 110° | 5.8 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.6 |
| 120° | 5.6 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 8.1 | 8.5 | 9.3 |
| 135° | 5.0 | 6.1 | 6.7 | 7.3 | 8.0 | 8.8 | 10.6 |
| 150° | 4.2 | 5.3 | 6.2 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 7.9 | 9.7 |
| Beat VMG | 3.2 | 3.9 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Run VMG | 3.6 | 4.6 | 5.4 | 6.0 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 8.4 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 27.49ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the FAREAST 26, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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