THUNDERBIRD
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 25.98 ft |
| LWL | 20.25 ft |
| Beam | 7.54 ft |
| Draft | 4.79 ft |
| Displacement | 3,650 lb |
| Ballast | 1,530.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.0 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 26.75 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 8 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 31 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 13 ft |
| FLforestay | 8 ft |
| Mainsail | 324.6 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 107 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 181.9 sq ft |
About the THUNDERBIRD
Some THUNDERBIRDS have been built of molded FG with aluminum spars. A "cruising deck" design was introduced. Most have been built from plans now supplied by the class association. See the class web site for details.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 25.98ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
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