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Atalanta 31 Uk

Masthead Sloop · Twin Keel

Designed by Uffa Fox · Built by Fairey Marine (Uk) · First built 1956

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LOA 31.00 ft  ·  Beam 8.00 ft  ·  Displacement 8,000.00 lb  ·  Masthead Sloop  ·  Twin Keel
About the Atalanta 31 Uk Sailboat

Designed by the legendary Uffa Fox and built by Fairey Marine, this distinctive twin-keel cruiser represents a fascinating chapter in British sailing history. Only twelve examples were constructed beginning in 1956, making this an exceptionally rare find for collectors and enthusiasts of classic British yachts. The Atalanta 31's most striking feature is her twin-keel configuration combined with hot-molded wood construction—a sophisticated laminating technique that Fairey Marine pioneered. This innovative building method created a strong, lightweight hull that was ahead of its time. The twin keels provide excellent shallow-water capability while maintaining good directional stability, making her ideal for exploring tidal creeks and shallow anchorages around the British coast. With a masthead sloop rig and moderate displacement of 8,000 pounds, she strikes a balance between performance and comfort. Her impressive comfort ratio of 27.47 suggests excellent seakeeping abilities for coastal cruising, while the favorable capsize screening formula of 1.6 indicates good stability characteristics. The hull speed of 6.96 knots reflects respectable performance potential under sail. This boat would suit sailors seeking a characterful coastal cruiser with shallow-draft versatility and historical significance. Her rarity and Uffa Fox pedigree make her particularly appealing to classic yacht enthusiasts.

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Fairey's hot-moulded Agba wood laminate construction is susceptible to delamination between plies if water penetrates through damaged areas, fastenings, or fittings. Once delamination begins it can spread extensively and is very difficult to repair correctly.
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The hot-moulded hull is particularly vulnerable around any through-hull fittings, chainplates, and deck hardware where screws or bolts penetrate the laminate. Water tracking into these penetrations accelerates ply separation and rot in the immediate area.
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The deck structure, often a combination of marine ply and hot-moulded panels, is prone to softness and delamination especially around the cockpit, mast step, and forward hatch areas where standing water or spray accumulates.
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Dimensions & Specifications
LOA (Length Overall) 31.00 ft / 9.45 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 27.00 ft / 8.23 m
Beam 8.00 ft / 2.44 m
Max Draft 7.00 ft / 2.13 m
Min Draft 2.00 ft / 0.61 m
Displacement 8,000.00 lb / 3,629 kg
Ballast 2,000.00 lb / 907 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Twin Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction Wood ('hot molded' laminate)
Designer Uffa Fox
Builder Fairey Marine (UK)
First Built 1956
Number Built 12
Associations Atalanta Owners Association
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Atalanta 31 Uk's comfort ratio?

The Atalanta 31 Uk has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 27.47. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.

Is the Atalanta 31 Uk safe for offshore sailing?

The Atalanta 31 Uk has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.6. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.

What is the hull speed of the Atalanta 31 Uk?

The theoretical hull speed of the Atalanta 31 Uk is 6.96 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.

How much does a Atalanta 31 Uk weigh?

The Atalanta 31 Uk has a displacement of 8,000.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 31.00 ft.

Who designed the Atalanta 31 Uk?

The Atalanta 31 Uk was designed by Uffa Fox, first built in 1956.