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KELLS 22

KELLS 22

Kells Corp.🇺🇸· Design: Paul Lindh
$2,250 avg$2,000 – $2,500 (2 listings)from 1971
$800 – $2.1K est. annual maintenance
DaysailermonoMasthead SloopFinVariable

Specifications

Hull

LOA22.17 ft
LWL18 ft
Beam7.58 ft
Displacement1,850 lb
Ballast525 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL5.7 kn

Rig & Sails

Iforetriangle height23.5 ft
Jforetriangle base8 ft
Pmainsail luff21 ft
Emainsail foot9.5 ft

About the KELLS 22

*Specs from Sailing Boats of the World edited by Rhonda Budd. ©1974

Sailpages Buyer's Take

The Kells 22 is a lightweight, performance-oriented trailer sailer designed by Paul Lindh and built by Kells Corp. (USA) in 1971. With a displacement of 1850.0 lb and a masthead sloop rig, it represents a specific era of American trailer-sailing innovation, though the exact number of hulls built remains unverified.

Best for:
This boat is best suited for coastal cruising and trailerable daysailing, appealing to owners who prioritize ease of transport and storage over heavy offshore capability.
Bluewater capability:
With a low displacement of 1850.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 10.0, the Kells 22 is not designed for bluewater cruising and is best restricted to protected coastal waters.
Comparables:
Comparable boats include other 1970s trailer sailers like the O'Day 22 or Pearson 22, which share similar LOA dimensions and trailer-sailing roles, though the Kells 22 distinguishes itself with a significantly lighter displacement and higher SA/D ratio.

Performance

Comfort10.0
Capsize2.47
SA/Disp19.3
Disp/Len142
Bal/Disp28.4

Estimated Value

Limited Data
Based on 2 listings
Low
$1,651
Estimated Value
$1,748
High
$1,845
Inflation-adjusted to 2026 USD

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 22.17ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

$/ft/mo
Annual Maintenance
$800 – $2.1K
Hull, rigging, sails, engine service
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

5 reported issues across 4 systems for the KELLS 22, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

1 critical2 major2 minor
Rudder2Engine1Keel1Structural1

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