FRERS 26
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 25.26 ft |
| LWL | 20.01 ft |
| Beam | 8.27 ft |
| Draft | 5.09 ft |
| Displacement | 2,645 lb |
| Ballast | 1,050.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.0 kn |
About the FRERS 26
IOR 1/4 ton (Racing version) Cruiser version is called TONNER 26. First built by Daniel Cassarino and Cia. Later became RANGER 26/RANGER/MARINER 26 (from Mariner)
The Frers 26 is a compact fractional sloop designed by German Frers and built by Tonner Sailboats in Brazil, with production records indicating a build year of 1981. With a hull count listed as unknown, this lightweight vessel features a displacement of 2645.0 lb and a beam of 8.27 ft, reflecting a design focused on agility rather than heavy cruising comfort.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal day-sailors and weekend cruisers who prioritize performance and ease of handling over long-range provisioning. Its light displacement and fractional rig make it an attractive option for single-handers or couples seeking a responsive, easy-to-maneuver package.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 2645.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.39, the Frers 26 is not recommended for serious bluewater passagemaking due to its light weight and limited storage capacity. Its design is optimized for protected coastal waters rather than offshore endurance.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other late-1970s to early-1980s performance-oriented 25-footers such as the O'Day 25 or Pearson 25, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and light displacement characteristics. These boats are comparable because they target the same market of sailors seeking a balance between racing potential and basic cruising utility.
Performance
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the FRERS 26 yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 25.26ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the FRERS 26yet 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.
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