Highlander Features & Specifications
Outstanding Features
Take a look at the sail areas and weight ratio and you’ll see why the Highlander truly is the the “original one-design sport boat.” Add to that comfort, easy towing and you’ll see why once a Highlander sailor, always a Highlander sailor.
- Large sail area to weight ratio makes for fast racing
- Large cockpit accommodates six full size crew
- Deep cockpit helps children feel secure
- High boom allows easy movement across boat
- High free board provides a dry place to sit
- Wide beam makes the boat stable
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Level Playing Field
You would be hard-pressed to find another dinghy-racing sailboat where 30-year-old boats can compete equally with brand-new Highlanders. Good racing and cruising boats are always for sale or contact Allen Boat Company if you’re interested in a new Highlander.
Specifications
Length = 20 ft
Beam = 6.6 ft
Draft = 5.6 ft
Main = 210ft²
Jib = 65 ft²
Spinnaker = 300ft²
Minimum Weight = 830 lb
Ideal Crew Weight ≈ 500 lb
Sailing Weight ≈ 1400 lb
Trailering Weight ≈ 1600 lb
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