Designed by Robert L. Taber and first launched in 1965, this innovative trimaran represents an early exploration into multihull sailing for the recreational market. Warren Products built this fiberglass vessel during the pioneering era of production trimarans, when builders were experimenting with lightweight, fast alternatives to traditional monohulls. The Arrowhead 24's trimaran configuration with centerboard provides exceptional stability and shallow-water capability, making it well-suited for coastal cruising and day sailing in protected waters. Its masthead sloop rig delivers straightforward sail handling, while the relatively light displacement of 1,200 pounds contributes to spirited performance in moderate conditions. The generous beam creates impressive interior volume for a 24-footer, though the multihull design prioritizes speed and stability over traditional cruising amenities. With a sail area to displacement ratio of 33.65, this boat offers exhilarating sailing performance that was revolutionary for its era. The centerboard configuration allows exploration of shallow bays and beaches inaccessible to deeper-draft vessels. While best suited for coastal adventures rather than offshore passages, the Arrowhead 24 appeals to sailors seeking the unique sailing characteristics of a trimaran with the manageable size perfect for weekend excursions and spirited day sailing.
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What is the Arrowhead 24's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Arrowhead 24 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 33.65. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Arrowhead 24's comfort ratio?
The Arrowhead 24 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 2.67. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Arrowhead 24 safe for offshore sailing?
The Arrowhead 24 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 5.27. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Arrowhead 24?
The theoretical hull speed of the Arrowhead 24 is 5.84 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Arrowhead 24 weigh?
The Arrowhead 24 has a displacement of 1,200.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 24.00 ft.
Who designed the Arrowhead 24?
The Arrowhead 24 was designed by Robert L. Taber, first built in 1965.