FARR 9.2
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 30.25 ft |
| LWL | 25.75 ft |
| Beam | 9.33 ft |
| Draft | 6.2 ft/ 1.42 ft min |
| Displacement | 4,661 lb |
| Ballast | 1,293.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.8 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 31.7 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 10.1 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 33.5 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 13.45 ft |
| FLforestay | 10.1 ft |
| Mainsail | 403.4 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 160.1 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 327.1 sq ft |
About the FARR 9.2
Farr design #87. Fixed keel version - draft:5.16'/1.57m. Similar to Farr #99 - BINKS 30.
Designed by Bruce Farr and built in 1979, the Farr 9.2 is a high-performance 30.25 ft fractional sloop with a displacement of 4661.0 lb. While specific build counts are not definitively recorded in the source data, this model represents a distinct era of lightweight, racing-oriented cruising yachts.
- Best for:
- This boat suits performance-oriented coastal cruisers and club racers who prioritize speed and handling over heavy offshore comfort, given its low D/L ratio of 121.87 and SA/D ratio of 22.14.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.24 and a comfort ratio of 13.57, the boat is less suited for heavy offshore passages compared to heavier displacement designs, making it best for protected coastal waters.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other late-1970s lightweight fractional sloops like the O'Day 302 or Pearson 303, but with significantly higher performance metrics and lower displacement.
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 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 3.5 | 4.7 | 5.6 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 6.7 | 6.8 | 6.8 |
| 60° | 3.7 | 5.0 | 5.8 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 6.8 | 6.9 | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| 75° | 3.8 | 5.1 | 6.0 | 6.5 | 6.8 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.5 |
| 90° | 3.7 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 7.9 |
| 110° | 3.7 | 5.1 | 6.1 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 8.4 |
| 120° | 3.5 | 4.9 | 5.9 | 6.6 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.4 | 9.1 |
| 135° | 3.1 | 4.4 | 5.4 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 8.2 | 9.5 |
| 150° | 2.5 | 3.7 | 4.8 | 5.6 | 6.3 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.8 | 8.7 |
| Beat VMG | 2.2 | 3.1 | 3.7 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.8 |
| Run VMG | 2.2 | 3.2 | 4.1 | 4.9 | 5.6 | 6.2 | 6.6 | 7.3 | 7.9 |
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 30.25ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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