| LOA | 17.9 |
| LWL | 17.3 |
| Beam | 7.0 |
| Draft (Deep) | 4.5 |
| Draft (Shoal) | 0 |
| Displacement | 2,602 |
| Ballast | 1,025 |
| IG | 27.5 |
| ISP | 27.5 |
| SPL | 8.2 |
| J | 8.2 |
| P | 29.8 |
| E | 11.2 |
| Rated SA | 258.2 |
| PHRF (Typ) | 168 |
| Aux. HP | 9 |
| Builder | Precision Boatworks |
Precision 185
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The P-185 expands on the broad appeal of her smaller sister by adding an extra dose of acceleration and speed to her performance profile. She was recognized by Sailing World magazine as a Boat of the Year for her “combination of good sailing characteristics, substantial construction, and reasonable cost.” Her swim platform at the transom contributes to the fun by getting swimmers back aboard more easily and allowing youngsters to trail their toes in water. This ‘back porch’ can also contribute to safety by facilitating boarding from a dinghy, and recovering from an accidental ‘man overboard’ incident more easily and quickly. For some sailors, the P-185K keel version may be better suited for deeper, less sheltered waters.
More Information:
- Precision Homepage
- Texas Sailing Academy
- GI Sails
- A Sailing World Boat of the Year in 2002
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