SB3

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The Laser SB3 is a one-design class of sailboat commonly used for racing. Manufactured by Performance Sailcraft Europe Ltd (Trading name "Laser") the boat was designed by Tony Castro and launched in 2002.

The yacht is an open keelboat and is designed for racing with a crew of up to 4 whose maximum weight must not exceed 270kg. With a high aspect ratio keel with a very high ballast ratio the yacht is very stable, but also very fast due to the substantial sail area.

The majority of boats are located in the United Kingdom and the Class has attracted considerable support. In 2005 the SB3 became the second largest One-design fleet at the Cowes Week regatta with 66 entries. In 2006 it became the largest fleet with 89 entries pushing the XOD into second place.

Length 6.15m, Beam 2.15m, Draft 1.5m, Mast Height 9.05m.
Mainsail Area 18m2, Jib 9.3m2, Gennaker 46m2.
Weight of Hull 265kg, Weight of keel (bulb)330kg.

[edit] External links

• Class Association - Race organisation and class rules
• Performance Sailcraft Europe Ltd - Manufacturer
• SB3 Italy
• SB3 Spain