Tanzer 16 Sail Data

# X-SD-7132

Sailboat Description

The Tanzer 16 is a great family daysailer and is still actively raced. Racing crew for the Tanzer 16 is typically 2 adults. The Tanzer 16 was first built in 1963. The class association for the Tanzer 16 is active and helps owners maximize the utility of the design.

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Boat Specifications

Length	16.33 ft
Waterline Length (LWL)	15.58 ft
Beam	6.167 ft
Displacement (Weight)	450 lbs
Draft	2.75 ft
Sail Area	135 sqft
Mast Height	25 ft
Builder/Designer	Johann Tanzer
Source of Data	Class Rules

Sail Data

Genoa

Luff	16.083ft
Foot	7.25ft
Leech	15.33ft
Head	n/a
Clew-Throat	n/a
Stay	n/a
Comments	n/a

Jibsail

Luff	14.67ft
Foot	5.92ft
Leech	12.083ft
Head	n/a
Clew-Throat	n/a
Stay	n/a
Comments	n/a

Mainsail

Luff	19.25ft
Foot	9.37ft
Leech	21.5ft
Head	0.33ft
Clew-Throat	n/a
Stay	n/a
Comments	n/a

Spinnaker

Luff	n/a
Foot	13ft
Leech	n/a
Head	n/a
Clew-Throat	n/a
Stay	17.25ft
Comments	n/a

*A computer algorithm was used to determine this figure based on partial data (usually the I, J, E, and P). These data points should be carefully checked. More Details >

Please Note: Most of our sail dimensions are based on class rules, designer blueprints, or measurements of sails. These dimensions are intended as starting points only. Sailboats are not all uniform, even from the same designer. We recommend carefully measuring your boat if you are uncertain about dimensions.

All dimensions are intended to be maximum and smaller sails are not wrong.

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