FLOT 18
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 26.25 ft |
| LWL | 20.14 ft |
| Beam | 9.58 ft |
| Draft | 5.12 ft |
| Displacement | 3,968 lb |
| Ballast | 1,874.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.0 kn |
About the FLOT 18
The Flot 18 is a compact, trailerable sloop designed by S. Langevin and built by Chantier Metalu (FRA) in 1970. With a hull count of ?, this model represents a specific era of French trailer-sailer design, characterized by its 26.25 ft LOA and 3968.0 lb displacement.
- Best for:
- This boat is ideally suited for coastal cruising and trailerable sailing, appealing to owners who prioritize ease of transport and storage over long-range offshore capabilities.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 3968.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 13.76, the Flot 18 is not designed for bluewater cruising and is best restricted to protected coastal waters.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other 1970s trailer-sailers such as the O'Day 23 or Pearson 22, which share similar dimensions and roles as weekend cruisers designed for easy launching and trailering.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 26.25ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the FLOT 18yet 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 FLOT 18? 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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Used sails that fit the FLOT 18
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