American 14.6

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Overview: The American 14.6 is a daysailer designed for beginners and those seeking a stable, easy-to-sail boat. It features a deep cockpit, a 6-foot 2-inch beam, and a weighted glass centerboard, making it ideal for hassle-free sailing.

Design and Features: The boat includes a large cockpit that can accommodate four adults, with comfortable seating and space for two drink coolers. The hull is 80-percent self-bailing and floats with a minimum 4-inch draft when empty. The mast is designed for quick setup and takedown, and the rudder system can be adjusted from the cockpit.

Sailing Performance: The American 14.6 has 112 square feet of Dacron sail, which, combined with its wide beam and flat bottom hull, ensures good performance in various wind conditions. Optional features include a roller furling jib, spinnaker package, and more.

Construction: Made from hand-laid fiberglass with closed cell flotation and non-skid flooring, the boat is built for durability. Anodized spars and Harken blocks contribute to its maintenance-free use.

Specifications: Length: 14 ft. 6 in., Beam: 6 ft. 2 in., Max Draft: 3 ft. 6 in., Dry Weight: 340 lbs., Mast Height: 20 ft. 6 in., Working Sail Area: 112 sq. ft.

Package: The package includes the boat, sails, and a 700 lb. rated galvanized trailer, suitable for towing with smaller cars.

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The American 14.6 is designed for the beginning sailor or those who are seeking a large, stable sloop tl- The large cockpit offers room for four adults with generous freeboard, comfortable seats and backrest, a Simplicity is enhanced with color-coded main and jib lines, and features simple up and down colored line The American 14.6 is also equipped with an advanced rudder system that can be raised or lowered frorr The American 14.6 is recognized as an extremely stable, large, dry, daysailer providing fun for all ages. This boat is constructed of hand-laid fiberglass with closed cell floatation and non-skid flooring in the coc Keel Type Centerboard Working Sail Area 112 sq. ft.

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American 14.6

American 14.6

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