1979 Hinckley Sou'wester 50
LOA
15.24m (50.0ft)
Beam
4.09m (13.4ft)
Displacement
18,144kg (40,001lbs)
Year
1979–1990
Manufacturer
Hinckley
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 15.24 m | 50.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 11.28 m | 37.0 ft |
| Beam | 4.09 m | 13.4 ft |
| Draft | 2.13 m | 7.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 20.00 m | 65.6 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 18,144 kg | 40,001 lbs |
| Ballast | 7,257 kg | 15,999 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 100.5 m² | 1,082 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Yawl | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Full | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 303 L | 80.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 568 L | 150.0 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | McCurdy & Rhodes | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
14.78
Underpowered — needs more sail area for displacement
Ballast Ratio
40.0%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.62 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
27.5
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1979 Hinckley Sou'wester 50
The Hinckley Sou'wester 50 is the pinnacle of American yacht building tradition. A magnificent yawl with unmatched craftsmanship, she represents the finest combination of beauty, seaworthiness, and sailing pleasure.