12m sailboats on comparison
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In the first two installments of this column on 12m sailboats, we introduced the market segment and presented the first models we looked at. Today we are going to see what other sailboats are part of this metric, the 12-meter range, which is one of the most popular in the market.
12m sailboats on comparison. More 40
The More 40 is an interesting sailboat if we are looking for a craft that in the summer breezes will make us forget about engine noise and perhaps during the cold months will also entertain us in club racing and beyond. Studio Cossutti for this 40 designed a smoothly shaped hull, with gentle rear volumes and no sharp edges Technical data: length f. t.: 12.50 m; width: 4 m; draft: 2.38 m; displacement: 7,000 kg; sup. vel.: 105 sq. m; shipyard: More Yachts. www.mediaship.it
Arcona 415
The 415 is the Swedish shipyard’s first sailboat produced with electric propulsion as standard, in collaboration with Oceanvolt. A boat that also has sport cruiser characteristics, and in a light breeze will know how to do without the engine. Technical data: f.t. length: 12.91 m; w. 3.90 m; draught 2.20 m; displacement 8,370 kg; sup. sail: 102 sq.m.; shipyard: Arcona Yachts; www.arconayachts.se
12m sailboats on comparison. Contest 42 CS
Entry level of the blue water Contest range, an ideal boat to live aboard for long months, or to plan and execute long sailings. It is offered at a standard high price, but the basic version is super-equipped. XXL interior. Technical data: f.t. length: 12.85 m; w. 4.15 m; draught. 2.20 m; displacement 11,000 kg; sup. sail: 104 sq. m; shipyard: Contest Yachts;
www.nautigamma.com
Oceanis 40.1
From the Oceanis 40.1 one should not only expect comfort, but also interesting sailing qualities. In fact, the shipyard offers a number of customization options that can steer the boat one way or the other: three different keel versions, one with a shallow draft, one standard, and the performance one that pushes the draft up to 2.27 meters. Technical Data: length f. t.: 12.87 m; width: 4.18 m; draft: 2.27 m; displacement: 7,985 kg; sup. vel.: 76.6 sq. m; shipyard: Beneteau. www.beneteau.com.
J/121
A boat that is essential in its rationality, without frills, designed for those who first and foremost want to sail their craft in a technically flawless manner, with high-quality maneuvering organization.
Technical data: f.t. length: 12.19 m; w. 3.75 m; draught. 2.36 m; displ. 5,851 kg; sup. sail:n.d.; shipyard: J /Boats;
www.jboats.it
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