Built by Australia's Court Yachts to Jim Wiltshire's design, this 28-foot fractional sloop represents a thoughtful approach to coastal cruising with versatility as its hallmark. The swing keel configuration allows for exploration of shallow waters while maintaining respectable sailing performance when the keel is fully deployed at 4.30 feet. With a displacement of just over 2,000 pounds and a sail area of 159 square feet, the Court 650 strikes a balance between manageable size and sailing capability. The relatively high sail area to displacement ratio of 15.83 suggests spirited performance in light to moderate conditions, while the fiberglass construction ensures durability for extended coastal adventures. The boat's comfort ratio of 9.73 indicates a design optimized more for day sailing and short-term cruising rather than extended offshore passages, making it ideal for weekend getaways and coastal exploration. The swing keel feature particularly appeals to sailors wanting access to shallow anchorages and launching ramps, while the outboard rudder configuration provides positive steering control and simplified maintenance. This design caters well to sailors seeking an easily managed coastal cruiser that doesn't compromise on sailing enjoyment, offering the flexibility to explore varied cruising grounds with confidence.
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What is the Court 650's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Court 650 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 15.83. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Court 650's comfort ratio?
The Court 650 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 9.73. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Court 650 safe for offshore sailing?
The Court 650 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.38. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Court 650?
The theoretical hull speed of the Court 650 is 5.91 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Court 650 weigh?
The Court 650 has a displacement of 2,050.30 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 28.05 ft.
Who designed the Court 650?
The Court 650 was designed by Jim Wiltshire.