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Dinghy

Topaz 16 S

dinghy

The biggest three-sail double-hander in the Topaz range, with enough rig to carry an instructor and a full crew.

LOA
4.5
M
YEAR DESIGNED
2013
DESIGNER
Ian Howlett and Rob White
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Technical Data

Specifications

LOA
4.5
M
Beam
2
M
Draft
1
M
Hull Weight
140
KG
Crew Min
1
Crew Max
4
Year Designed
2013
Mainsail Area
9.92
M²
Jib Area
3.61
M²
Spinnaker Area
16.38
M²
Class Profile

Class Facts & History

Category
Dinghy
Type
dinghy
Designer
Ian Howlett and Rob White
Class Association
Topper International training and squad fleets, recognised as a World Sailing Learn to Sail class

History

The 16 S tops out the Topaz double-hander range, built on the same wide, chined hull philosophy as the smaller boats but scaled up with a bigger rig and a genoa-sized jib.

Sailing Characteristics

With the largest spinnaker in the range, the 16 S needs a bit more crew work to sail well, but the stable hull keeps it forgiving for schools running mixed-ability crews.

Racing Context

Found mainly in sailing school and club fleets rather than on an international circuit, it's the boat clubs reach for when they need to carry bigger or less experienced crews safely.

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