HOOD 20

About the HOOD 20

First boats had a lifting keel. Later boats had a shoal draft of 2.0' (shown here) Intended as a trailerable yacht.

The Hood 20 is a compact fractional sloop designed by Warwick Hood and built by Stoddart Bros Marine (AU) in 1967. With a build count of ?, this vessel represents a specific era of Australian boatbuilding, characterized by its 20.0 ft LOA and 2000.0 lb displacement.

Best for:

This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors seeking a manageable, trailerable package with a shallow 2.0 ft max draft. Its light displacement and fractional rig make it accessible for single-handers or couples prioritizing ease of handling over heavy offshore endurance.

Bluewater capability:

With a capsize ratio of 2.54 and a comfort ratio of 10.61, the Hood 20 is primarily suited for coastal cruising rather than extended bluewater passages. Its 2000.0 lb displacement and 900.0 lb ballast provide adequate stability for protected waters but limit its suitability for heavy offshore conditions.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include other 1960s Australian trailer-sailers like the O'Day 20 or early Catalina 22s, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and trailerable footprints. These vessels are comparable due to their shared role as entry-level cruising platforms with similar beam and draft constraints.