1942 Nordic Folkboat
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 7.62 m | 25.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 5.94 m | 19.5 ft |
| Beam | 2.18 m | 7.2 ft |
| Draft | 1.19 m | 3.9 ft |
| Mast Height | 9.50 m | 31.2 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,800 kg | 3,968 lbs |
| Ballast | 720 kg | 1,587 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 23.0 m² | 248 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Wood/Epoxy | |
| Keel Type | Full | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 8 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 20 L | 5.3 gal |
| Water Capacity | 30 L | 7.9 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Tord Sunden | |
| Country of Origin | Sweden | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.80
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
40.0%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.72 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
23.6
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1942 Nordic Folkboat
The Nordic Folkboat is one of the most successful one-design keelboats ever created. Originally designed in 1942, it remains a beloved racing and daysailing class worldwide with excellent seakeeping qualities.