MOTH (INTERNATIONAL)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 11 ft |
| LWL | 11 ft |
| Beam | 7.38 ft |
| Displacement | 57.32 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 4.4 kn |
About the MOTH (INTERNATIONAL)
Single handed development class that has always been at the cutting edge of performance racing dinghies. The MOTH, raced today (2015), at the top tier of competition is a 'foiler' with wings. Hull weight: Unrestricted. General weight range 10-20 kg / 22-44 lbs. Rigged weight: As little as 26 kg / 57.32 lbs. Optimum skipper weight: 60-80 kg / 132-176 lbs. See CLASSIC MOTH for earlier design specs. Current builders (2024) include: Fluid Composites/Maverik - UK Mackay Boats/Bieker - NZ Garda Carbon Lab/Manta - IT MacDougall McConaghy/Mach2 - AUS Maguire Boats/Exocet - UK White Formula/Thinair - uk
The International Moth is a historic, high-performance skiff designed with an open specification, with the first class established in 1928. Built by various constructors with an unknown total build count, this 11.0 ft LOA vessel is defined by its extreme lightness, weighing only 57.32 lb.
- Best for:
- This boat is exclusively suited for experienced single-handed racers and technical sailors seeking high-speed planing performance on sheltered waters. It is not designed for cruising, comfort, or offshore passage making.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 57.32 lb and a capsize ratio of 7.66, this boat has zero bluewater capability and is strictly limited to protected coastal or inland waters.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other International Moth variants and modern high-performance skiffs like the Formula 1 Moth, sharing the same role of extreme speed and technical sailing. These boats are comparable due to their shared emphasis on low displacement and high sail area-to-displacement ratios.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 11ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
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