Copperhead
Description
The Copperhead is a compact, high-performance sailing dinghy designed for recreational and club racing. Produced by MFG, it's known for its lightweight construction, ease of transport, and suitability for solo or two-person sailing. Launched in the late 20th century, it emphasizes simplicity and fun on the water, with features like a kick-up rudder and centerboard for shallow-water beaching. It's not an Olympic-class boat but excels in local fleets and training programs, appealing to sailors transitioning from larger keelboats or seeking a trailerable option.
Construction Details
| Designer | Macal-pine-Downie and Gibbs |
|---|---|
| Builder | MFG |
| Length | 13.750 ft |
| LOA | 13.750 ft |
| Beam | 4.420 ft |
| Displacement | 135 lb |
| Max Draft | 2.330 ft |
| Min Draft | 0.330 ft |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | - |
|---|---|
| j | - |
| p | 15.33 ft |
| e | 9.33 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | 15.33 ft | 9.33 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
| Sail Type | MAINSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | 15.5 ft - (4724 mm) |
| Foot | 9.33 ft - (2844 mm) |
| Leech | * 16.4 ft - (4999 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 79.03 ° |
| Diagonal | 16.5 ft - (5029 mm) |
| Head (inches) | 2 in - (51 mm) |
| Area | * 72.09 ft² |
| Comments | Loose footed. Sleeve at luff from 2.5 to 3" when measured flat. Three battens: 25", 31", 25". 3-inch foot roach permitted. This unusual rig features a gooseneck on the luff which is raised to the vertical. |
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