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SPARROW 16

Fractional Sloop • Fin w/transom hung rudder • Built 1978

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Dimensions

LOA
16.33 ft
LWL
14.5 ft
Beam
6.5 ft
Max Draft
1.83 ft
Displacement
900 lbs
Ballast
350 lbs

Performance Ratios

Capsize Ratio ⓘ
2.69 (use caution offshore)
SA/D Ratio ⓘ
21.8
D/L Ratio ⓘ
132
Ballast Ratio ⓘ
38.9%

Sail Plan

Sail Area
127 sq ft
I
15.92 ft
J
5.25 ft
P
17.42 ft
E
7.75 ft

Construction

Hull Type
Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rig Type
Fractional Sloop
Hull Material
FG
Ballast Type
lead/concrete

Production

First Built
1978
Last Built
Number Built
150
Notes: Originaly called the GUPPY 16 built by Melon Marine. Very few were built before the molds were aquired by Northshore Marine (USA).\nThanks to Christine for updated information.(first built date).

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