LAFITTE 66
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 66 ft |
| LWL | 52.25 ft |
| Beam | 16.33 ft |
| Draft | 6.75 ft |
| Displacement | 67,000 lb |
| Ballast | 19,309.4 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 9.7 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 67 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 23 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 59.7 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 20.5 ft |
| PYmizzen luff | 40 ft |
| EYmizzen foot | 12 ft |
| FLforestay | 23 ft |
| Mainsail | 1,431.4 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 770.5 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 1,309.9 sq ft |
About the LAFITTE 66
According to designer Bob Perry, only one of these yachts was built.
The Lafitte 66 is a singular, one-off vessel designed by Robert Perry and built by Lafitte Yachts/Chung Hwa Boatworks in Taiwan in 1982. With only 1 hull built, this 66.0 ft LOA staysail ketch represents a unique, large-displacement cruising platform that requires careful due diligence given its age and specific construction characteristics.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for experienced bluewater cruisers who prioritize heavy displacement comfort and offshore capability, and who are prepared to manage the complexities of maintaining a large, custom-built yacht with significant systems.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 67000.0 lb, a D/L ratio of 209.69, and a low capsize ratio of 1.61, the Lafitte 66 exhibits strong inherent stability and seakeeping characteristics suitable for serious offshore passage-making, provided critical structural integrity is maintained.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other large, heavy-displacement ketches from the early 1980s such as the Swan 651 or the O'Day 62, sharing similar roles as serious offshore cruisers, though the Lafitte 66's unique one-off status and specific Robert Perry design nuances make it distinct from production fleets.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 66ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
15 reported issues across 8 systems for the LAFITTE 66, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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