Designed by the renowned Canadian firm Cuthbertson & Cassian and built by C&C Yachts beginning in 1971, this impressive 61-footer represents the pinnacle of early 1970s yacht design philosophy. With only nine hulls produced, the Cc 61 stands as an exclusive example of serious offshore sailing capability wrapped in elegant lines that defined C&C's reputation for performance-oriented cruising yachts. The hull's substantial displacement of over 57,000 pounds, combined with nearly 22,200 pounds of ballast in a fin keel configuration, creates exceptional stability for extended offshore passages. The masthead sloop rig carries 1,712 square feet of sail area, providing a moderate sail area-to-displacement ratio that favors steady performance over extreme speed. Her comfort ratio of 44.73 indicates excellent motion characteristics in seaway conditions, while the conservative capsize screening value reflects inherent seaworthiness. This fiberglass construction yacht excels as a serious bluewater cruiser, equally suited for coastal exploration and transoceanic voyaging. The fin keel with spade rudder configuration offers responsive handling while maintaining the directional stability crucial for long-distance sailing. With her proven 80-horsepower auxiliary engine and hull speed approaching 9.5 knots, the Cc 61 delivers the reliability and performance that discerning sailors demand.
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What is the Cc 61's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Cc 61 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 18.51. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Cc 61's comfort ratio?
The Cc 61 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 44.73. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Cc 61 safe for offshore sailing?
The Cc 61 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.57. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Cc 61?
The theoretical hull speed of the Cc 61 is 9.48 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Cc 61 weigh?
The Cc 61 has a displacement of 57,298.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 61.25 ft.
Who designed the Cc 61?
The Cc 61 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian, first built in 1971.