Designed by renowned Australian naval architect Alan Payne and built by Charger, Inc. beginning in 1982, this 23-footer represents solid American small boat construction from the era. The fiberglass hull incorporates a keel/centerboard configuration that provides versatility for exploring shallow waters while maintaining good sailing performance in deeper conditions. With a masthead sloop rig and 219 square feet of sail area, the Charger 23 delivers respectable performance for coastal cruising and day sailing. The boat's moderate displacement of 2,300 pounds and substantial ballast ratio contribute to stable sailing characteristics, while the 20-foot waterline length helps generate decent hull speed potential of nearly 6 knots. The design strikes a practical balance between performance and comfort, evidenced by the reasonable comfort ratio of 10.86 that suggests adequate interior volume for weekend cruising. The capsize screening value of 2.4 indicates this boat is best suited for protected waters and coastal sailing rather than offshore passages. Alan Payne's influence brings thoughtful proportions to this compact cruiser, making it an appealing choice for sailors seeking a manageable boat for exploring harbors, bays, and nearshore waters. The shoal-draft capability opens up gunkholes and beaches that deeper-draft boats cannot access.
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What is the Charger 23's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Charger 23 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 20.16. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Charger 23's comfort ratio?
The Charger 23 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 10.86. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Charger 23 safe for offshore sailing?
The Charger 23 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.4. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Charger 23?
The theoretical hull speed of the Charger 23 is 5.99 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Charger 23 weigh?
The Charger 23 has a displacement of 2,300.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 22.58 ft.
Who designed the Charger 23?
The Charger 23 was designed by Alan Payne, first built in 1982.