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IW-31

Masthead Sloop • Fin with rudder on skeg • Built 1968–1985

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Dimensions

LOA
30.33 ft
LWL
22 ft
Beam
8.83 ft
Max Draft
5.42 ft
Displacement
7,800 lbs
Ballast
3,400 lbs

Performance Ratios

Capsize Ratio ⓘ
1.78 (offshore safe)
SA/D Ratio ⓘ
14.5
D/L Ratio ⓘ
327
Ballast Ratio ⓘ
43.6%

Sail Plan

Sail Area
357 sq ft
I
36.74 ft
J
11.42 ft
P
31.5 ft
E
9.35 ft

Construction

Hull Type
Fin with rudder on skeg
Rig Type
Masthead Sloop
Hull Material
FG
Ballast Type
Iron

Production

First Built
1968
Last Built
1985
Number Built
350

Engine & Accommodations

Engine Make
Volvo Penta
Engine Model
MD18
Power
10 hp
Engine Type
Diesel
Notes: Based on RORC/IOR 1/2 ton proto.. S&S design #1899C. Similar to the SHE 31 by South Hants Engineering (UK).\n\nMK I (1968 – 1972): small stern, 'dinette' layout.\nMK II (1972 – 1980): larger stern, new deck, different wood trim.\nMK III (1980 – 1985): aluminium toe rail (instead of Teak), glass hatch, different hardware.\n\nThanks to 'little wings' for providing additional information.\nMost detailed information can be found at: www.iw-31.de (in German)

Related Boats

Name LOA (ft) Year Rig
SHE 31 30.33 1969 Masthead Sloop