SPEARHEAD (SOUTH AFRICAN)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 16 ft |
| LWL | 16 ft |
| Beam | 4.5 ft |
| Displacement | 226 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 5.4 kn |
About the SPEARHEAD (SOUTH AFRICAN)
A development of the Goodricke type dinghy sailed in South Africa, designed by Frank Spears and built by Johnny and Hilary Spears. A high performance dinghy with trapeze. It became a one-design class in 1963 and raced as such into the mid-1980's. It is possible that more than 200 were built. Data from original plans Early boats built of moulded plywood.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 16ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
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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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