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Dinghy

Topaz 4.2

dinghy

The smaller rig on the classic Topper hull, sized for lighter junior sailors learning to sail solo.

LOA
3.4
M
YEAR DESIGNED
1977
DESIGNER
Ian Proctor
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Technical Data

Specifications

LOA
3.4
M
Beam
1.39
M
Draft
1.1
M
Hull Weight
43
KG
Crew Min
1
Crew Max
2
Year Designed
1977
Mainsail Area
4.2
M²
Jib Area
0
M²
Spinnaker Area
0
M²
Class Profile

Class Facts & History

Category
Dinghy
Type
dinghy
Designer
Ian Proctor
Class Association
International Topper Class Association (ITCA)

History

Ian Proctor drew the Topper hull in 1977 as a tough, cheap, single-handed trainer, and it went on to become one of the most produced dinghies ever built. The 4.2 m squared rig was approved later as a smaller option on the same hull for lighter sailors.

Sailing Characteristics

Light, hard-chined and nearly impossible to damage, the Topper hull with the 4.2 rig suits younger or lighter kids who need less power to get planing and more margin for error.

Racing Context

Raced worldwide through ITCA fleets and national squads, with the 4.2 rig used in youth ranking events for sailors not yet ready for the full 5.3 m squared sail.

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