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J 24

keelboat

World's most popular racing keelboat with 5,500+ hulls worldwide. The J/24 transformed affordable keelboat racing and remains fiercely competitive after 45+ years.

LOA
7.31
M
YEAR DESIGNED
1976
DESIGNER
Rod Johnstone
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Technical Data

Specifications

LOA
7.31
M
Beam
2.72
M
Draft
1.22
M
Hull Weight
1226
KG
Crew Min
4
Crew Max
5
Year Designed
1976
Mainsail Area
14.86
M²
Jib Area
7.22
M²
Spinnaker Area
22.3
M²
Class Profile

Class Facts & History

Category
One-Design & Club
Type
keelboat
Designer
Rod Johnstone
Class Association
International J/24 Class Association

History

Rod Johnstone designed the J/24 in 1976 in a barn at his Connecticut home. Over 5,500 built – more than any other racing keelboat.

Sailing Characteristics

Fractional rig with big overlapping genoa. Spinnaker makes downwind exciting. Crew coordination important – everyone has a defined role.

Racing Context

J/24 Worlds attract 100+ boats. Active national circuits in 30+ countries. Iconic class with 40+ years of World Championship history.

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