1985 Irwin 52
LOA
15.85m (52.0ft)
Beam
4.42m (14.5ft)
Displacement
17,237kg (38,001lbs)
Year
1985–1991
Manufacturer
Irwin
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 15.85 m | 52.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 12.50 m | 41.0 ft |
| Beam | 4.42 m | 14.5 ft |
| Draft | 1.83 m | 6.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 18.00 m | 59.1 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 17,237 kg | 38,001 lbs |
| Ballast | 6,350 kg | 13,999 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 104.0 m² | 1,119 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Ketch | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 340 L | 89.8 gal |
| Water Capacity | 568 L | 150.0 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Ted Irwin | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.83
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
36.8%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.69 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
20.1
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1985 Irwin 52
The Irwin 52 is a substantial bluewater ketch built for serious offshore cruising. Her split rig, centre cockpit, and massive tankage support extended ocean voyaging in comfort and safety.