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RL 24 is a 23 ′ 11 ″ / 7.3 m monohull sailboat designed by Rob Legg and built by Rob Legg Yachts Ltd. between 1973 and 1987.
Rig and Sails
Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.
The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.
Classic hull speed formula:
Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL
Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL
Sail Area / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.
SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3
- SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
- D : Displacement in pounds.
Ballast / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.
Ballast / Displacement * 100
Displacement / Length Ratio
A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.
D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
- LWL: Waterline length in feet
Comfort Ratio
This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.
Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
- LOA: Length overall in feet
- Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet
Capsize Screening Formula
This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.
CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)
The RL 24 was originally developed and built in Australia. At least 500 were produced under licence in the US. A number of different variations in the design were built including both swing and drop keel versions. Basic history:
Mark I : The first 10 had a slight chine mark up forward due to the original plug configuration. Altogether 100 Mark I’s were built.
Mark II from 1976 featured an upgraded hull finish and a heavier centerboards for better stability.
Mark III built from 1980 had a new deck with increased headroom and interior alterations.
Mark IV is more performance oriented with a fully battened main and a drop keel. (Initiated by Peter Yeomans of Sydney.)
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Rob Legg RL 24
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RL 24 mark 3 Trailer Sailer in BOREEN POINT, Queensland for sale
Hugely popular trailer sailer, Rob Legg RL24 Mark 3 Swing keel, on registered tilt trailer. (RL's Tow well because much lighter than many similar boats.) 2x mains 2x jibs 2x spinnakers Safety lines Boom tent, bimini Accommodation Sleeps 4 comfortably VHF radio, depth sounder Honda 5Hp outboard 4 stroke (2002, very little use) The family has enjoyed cruising the Sandy Straits, Hervey Bay and Gold Coast waterways. Have enjoyed racing in the Bay to Bay trailer sailer race every year since owning the boat. Boat is situated at Boreen Pt on the Sunshine Coast (Sunshine coast) Mike ******3486 + click to reveal
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RL24 50 Years and Going Strong
50 years after the first RL24 Nationals were sailed at Holywell Sailing Squadron in August 1974, the RL24 Owners Association of Australia (RL24OAA) is excited to return to where it all started.
This year the 50th National Championship will be an exciting family focused event filled with sailing, racing, cruising, and lots of social functions to celebrate this remarkable achievement.
When first released, the Seacraft 1973 magazine stated that the RL24 was ‘Australia’s fastest trailer sailer.’ and concluded with these glowing comments: ‘I have no hesitation in saying the RL24 is the best trailer sailer I have sailed. This is a big boat, spacious enough family cruising’.
Rob Legg designed and started making RL24s at Shark Cats on the Gold Coast, Queensland in 1974. These were known as Mk 1 RL24s. He started his own business Rob Legg Yachts Pty Ltd in March 1978. Rob initially modified and upgraded the Mk 1 hull to produce the Mk 2 RL24. By 1979 he introduced the Mk 3 RL24. The Mk 3 swing keel was designed to attract people who were interested in cruising more than racing. The Mk 3 was heavier with an additional 10cms height on both the hull and in cabin. Additionally, the gunnels were widened to make sitting on them more comfortable.
Finally, to satisfy the continuing demand for a racing version of the RL24, Rob introduced the Mk4 version which came with a drop keel, Spartan interior cabin furniture, and used lighter weight new technology materials (eg Kevlar) in the hull construction. In total about 637 RL24s were produced by Rob Legg. Also, there were some Western Australian made RL24s by Court Yachts, and about 300 RL24s produced under license in Minnesota, USA.
The RL24 is known as a fast, yet family friendly yacht that has introduced many new families to the sport of sailing and cruising. The class has maintained a dedicated body of regular sailors who enjoy close sailing, camaraderie and support within the class. Sailing a RL24 teaches numerous team and tactical skills that promote growth within the class and sailing in general.
Family involvement is encouraged and is something the class is very proud of. It has proven to keep people returning to the Nationals each year, often the annual family holiday is incorporated with National Championships where lifelong friends catch up each year. Some families have had 4 boats over the years while others are sailing the same boat that has been in the family for 3 generations.
The first National Championships were held in August 1974 at Hollywell Sailing Squadron, with boats coming from three states, and as far afield as Whyalla and Port Pirie. The series was won by Scarlet Lady sailed by Des Stanaway of Brisbane. 50 years later, a fleet of 25 RL24s will compete for the same National Championships with Ohau Rua sailed by Simon Walsh and Whatever sailed Mitchell Dyer among the competitors seeking to gain ‘bragging rights’ to be the newly crowned Drop Keel National Champion and Swing Keel National Champion respectively.
So just because you sail with your kids, doesn’t mean you can’t be competitive or gain improvement from attending. Get involved you’ll love it and we will see you at the 50th Nationals at Hollywell.
As part of the 50th Nationals a special memorial service will be held on waters in front of the SYC Hollywell Club house. This service will remember Rob Legg by a) recalling all the timely advice Rob provided to RL sailors, and b) scattering his ashes on the Broadwaters that he loved and where he sailed most often.
In conclusion, this quote is arguably the best epitaph about Rob Legg:
“Queenslander Rob Legg is arguably the designer most responsible for taking trailer sailer sailing in Australia from dumpy family cruisers that were flogged around the buoys into the realm of unadulterated high performance.” Trailer Sailor Annual (1986, pp. 24-26).
Colin Boylan , Secretary, RL24 Owners Association.
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The Rl 24 is a 24.0ft fractional sloop designed by Rob Legg and built in fiberglass by Rob Legg Yachts Ltd. between 1973 and 1987.
500 units have been built..
The Rl 24 is an ultralight sailboat which is a very high performer. It is reasonably stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a day-boat.
Rl 24 for sale elsewhere on the web:
Main features
| Model | Rl 24 | ||
| Length | 24 ft | ||
| Beam | 7.33 ft | ||
| Draft | 1 ft | ||
| Country | United Kingdom (Europe) | ||
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| Sail area / displ. | 24.80 | ||
| Ballast / displ. | 13.64 % | ||
| Displ. / length | 99.34 | ||
| Comfort ratio | 8.61 | ||
| Capsize | 2.48 |
| Hull type | Monohull keel with centerboard | ||
| Construction | Fiberglass | ||
| Waterline length | 19.50 ft | ||
| Maximum draft | 4.25 ft | ||
| Displacement | 1650 lbs | ||
| Ballast | 225 lbs | ||
| Hull speed | 5.92 knots |
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| Rigging | Fractional Sloop | ||
| Sail area (100%) | 216 sq.ft | ||
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| Nb engines | 1 | ||
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Builder data
| Builder | Rob Legg Yachts Ltd. | ||
| Designer | Rob Legg | ||
| First built | 1973 | ||
| Last built | 1987 | ||
| Number built | 500 |
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The remarkable RL24 is still Australia's most popular trailer yacht with over 500 sold. Sleeping 4 in comfort, this yacht offers outstanding performance, easy launching, retrieving and rigging and particularly for the boating family the RL24 has many safety features and is the winner of the Good Design Award. The award features include simplicity of rigging, self righting and buoyancy, ease of ...
AU $8,000 Or nearest offer. Reluctant sale of this beauty. RL24 1979. Sails and hull and rigging in very good condition. Trailer registered and recently refurbished with new drawbar and reinforcement plates to ensure trouble free use. All new halyards, quality ropes used. Mercury 6 horsepower 4 stroke in excellent condition.
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RL 24 is a 23′ 11″ / 7.3 m monohull sailboat designed by Rob Legg and built by Rob Legg Yachts Ltd. between 1973 and 1987.
The RL 24 was originally developed and built in Australia. At least 500 were produced under licence in the US. A number of different variations in the design were built including both swing and drop keel versions. Basic history: Mark I : The first 10 had a slight chine mark up forward due to the […]
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AU $16,500. Details. REDUCED 'FiFi' is located in Goolwa South Australia she has had some major internal upgrades including new high density foam cushions, upholstered in a stylish, quality, navy blue fabric. She is a good honest RL24 series 3 used by her past owners as a racer cruiser. The current owners have not had her for all that long but ...
The RL24 is known for being a stable solid boat on the water they rate well, are comfortable cruisers, easy to tow, easy to store and easy to sail Adelaide Boat Sales offers the information on this vessel including condition, in good faith as provided by the Owner/Vendor.
The RL24 is known for being a stable solid boat on the water they rate well, are comfortable cruisers, easy to tow, easy to store and easy to sail Adelaide Boat Sales offers the information on this vessel including condition, in good faith as provided by the Owner/Vendor.
Description: Rob Legg RL 24 REDUCED 'FiFi' is located in Goolwa South Australia she has had some major internal upgrades including new high density foam cushions, upholstered in a stylish, quality, navy blue fabric. She is a good honest RL24 series 3 used by her past owners as a racer cruiser. The current owners have not had her for all that long but they have managed to do a bit of sailing in ...
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The RL24 is known as a fast, yet family friendly yacht that has introduced many new families to the sport of sailing and cruising. The class has maintained a dedicated body of regular sailors who enjoy close sailing, camaraderie and support within the class. Sailing a RL24 teaches numerous team and tactical skills that promote growth within the class and sailing in general.
The Rl 24 is a 24.0ft fractional sloop designed by Rob Legg and built in fiberglass by Rob Legg Yachts Ltd. between 1973 and 1987. Rl 24 detailed characteristics and performance ratios.
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