This is a 2 page study plan for John Alden's 18'3" O-Boat.
A safe, versatile round-bottomed daysailer with generous freeboard and deep cockpit.
LOA - 18' 3"
LWL - 15' 6"
Beam - 6' 2"
Draft (cb up) - 11"
(cb down) - 4'
Displ. - 1,800 lbs.
Sail Area :
(original) 200 sq. ft.
(later) 186 sq. ft.
Construction Method:
Carvel planked over steamed frames
Alternative construction: Cold-molded or strip
Lofting is required
Skill level: Intermediate to Advanced
This study plan is contained in the study plans catalog: Fifty Wooden Boats. Here is a link to order the actual building
PLANS.
Suggested reading:
How to Build a Wooden Boat
and
Building Small Boats
Design commentary: WB #32
Design commentary: WB #42
