The construction of the Saga is very conservative and robust. The centerline of the vessel is solid glass for keel, mast and impact loads. The hull and deck incorporates balsa coring for durable panels of moderate weight. The core is removed and replaced with solid glass at all through hulls and hardware through-bolting locations, maximizing the strength of the attachments and minimizing the chance of water intrusion into the core.

SAGA 43
Specifications
Length on Deck 43' 3"
Length Waterline38' 11"
Maximum beam12'
Beam, waterline9/6"
Draft (std. bulb keel)6' 3"
(shoal draft bulb keel)5' 3"
Sail Area (100% foretriangle)952 Sq.Ft.
Displacement20,000 lbs.
Tankage: Fuel75 US gal.
Water135 US gal.
Holdingtwo 20 gal.
Mast Ht. (less antennas, etc.)63' 6"
Sail Area/Displ. ratio20.6
with working sail18.7
Displ/Length ratio152
RM/degree1550 ft/lb
IMS Stability Index133 degrees
Design by Robert H. Perry

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