2006 Island Packet 420
LOA
12.80m (42.0ft)
Beam
3.96m (13.0ft)
Displacement
10,886kg (23,999lbs)
Year
2006–2012
Manufacturer
Island Packet
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 12.80 m | 42.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 10.97 m | 36.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.96 m | 13.0 ft |
| Draft | 1.42 m | 4.7 ft |
| Mast Height | 16.00 m | 52.5 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,886 kg | 23,999 lbs |
| Ballast | 4,309 kg | 9,500 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 72.0 m² | 775 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Cutter | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Full | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 227 L | 60.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 454 L | 119.9 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Bob Johnson | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
14.89
Underpowered — needs more sail area for displacement
Ballast Ratio
39.6%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
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
20.2
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 2006 Island Packet 420
The Island Packet 420 is a spacious centre-cockpit cruiser with the shoal draft and full keel that define the brand. An ideal world cruiser with exceptional tankage and a comfortable, well-equipped interior.