PUFFER (AMF) Detailed Review
If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of PUFFER (AMF). Built by Alcort (USA) and designed by undefined, the boat was first built in 1972. It has a hull type of Dbrd. Dinghy and LOA is 3.81. Its sail area/displacement ratio 48.89. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by undefined, runs on undefined.
PUFFER (AMF) has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about PUFFER (AMF) and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.
Boat Information
Boat specifications, sail boat calculation, contributions, who builds puffer (amf).
PUFFER (AMF) is built by Alcort (USA).
When was PUFFER (AMF) first built?
PUFFER (AMF) was first built in 1972.
How long is PUFFER (AMF)?
PUFFER (AMF) is 3.51 m in length.
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Amf Puffer is a 12 ′ 6 ″ / 3.8 m monohull sailboat designed by Fred Scott and built by AMF Corp. and Alcort starting in 1972.
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)
Spin: 100 sq. ft.
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The Puffer is a 13 ft. fractional sloop with very low freeboard. I'd like responses from sailors with experience sailing one. I'm sure they can ship water easily if not sailed flat. If they swamp do you bail first and then climb aboard? -CH PUFFER (AMF) sailboat specifications and details on sailboatdata.com
I am pleased to find another owner, I sailed one as a kid in lake MI about 20 years ago and now sail one on a small inland lake I was lucky enough to find floating in the water when we bought the house. Parts and other owners are hard to find. Never swamped one, but I find it sails well in light to moderate winds, not enough in the water for higher winds just gets blown direction of the Wind Tom
Hello, I just bought a Puffer and she needs some parts. I need a cockpit drain plug and a rigging guide, or owners manual. Anybody know where i can get these items. Don
Did you ever find a drain plug for your puffer,where and can you tell me the dimension. I've tried West Marine catalog and I can't get the right thickness to stay in tightly. Thanks, Sarah
Chas H said: The Puffer is a 13 ft. fractional sloop with very low freeboard. I'd like responses from sailors with experience sailing one. I'm sure they can ship water easily if not sailed flat. If they swamp do you bail first and then climb aboard? -CH PUFFER (AMF) sailboat specifications and details on sailboatdata.com Click to expand...
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A boat with a BN of 1.6 or greater is a boat that will be reefed often in offshore cruising. Derek Harvey, "Multihulls for Cruising and Racing", International Marine, Camden, Maine, 1991, states that a BN of 1 is generally accepted as the dividing line between so-called slow and fast multihulls.
The Puffer is a recreational sailboat, built predominantly of fiberglass, with a double hull and molded seats. It has a fractional sloop rig with a loose-footed mainsail, aluminum spars, a spooned and nearly plumb stem, a vertical transom, a transom-hung, kick-up mahogany rudder, swept aft and controlled by a tiller, plus a retractable mahogany ...
Built by Alcort (USA) and designed by undefined, the boat was first built in 1972. It has a hull type of Dbrd. Dinghy and LOA is 3.81. Its sail area/displacement ratio 48.89. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by undefined, runs on undefined. PUFFER (AMF) has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a ...
Amf Puffer is a 12′ 6″ / 3.8 m monohull sailboat designed by Fred Scott and built by AMF Corp. and Alcort starting in 1972. Great choice! Your favorites are temporarily saved for this session. ... The higher a boat's D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. ...
AMF ALCORT Puffer. Jump to Latest. 15K views 4 replies 5 participants last post by kosh Sailnet Dec 1, 2020. Chas H Discussion starter. 462 posts · Joined 2013. #1 ·Mar 11, 2016. The Puffer is a 13 ft. fractional sloop with very low freeboard. I'd like responses from sailors with experience sailing one.
This restored 1980 AMF Alcort Puffer is perfect for a young sailor's first boat or fun for the whole family. It's ready to sail when you are. In the water on Aug 27 and had a blast. Over the last 18 months the Puffer's hull and topside have been completely refinished with premium grade epoxy barrier coat, 2-part epoxy color coat on hull, 2-part ...
The 12' AMF Alcort Puffer from 1981 is a classic sailboat known for its simplicity and versatility. With a length of 12 feet, it's compact yet offers a stable and enjoyable sailing experience. The boat typically features easy maneuvering, and a roomy cockpit that can comfortably accommodate a small crew. Built by AMF Alcort, this Puffer model ...
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Boat Name: Puffer: Manufacturer: AMF Alcort: Hull Type: Daysailor: LOA: 12'6" (3.81m) Beam: 4'10" (1.47m) Weight: 160 (72.72kg) Ballast (kg) Keel Type: daggerboard
The 1983 AMF Alcort Puffer sailboat has a fiberglass hull and has an overall length of 12.5 feet (sometimes referred to as LOA). The width (or beam) of this craft is 410 inches. This boat is rigged as a Sloop. The sail area for the sailboat is 88 square feet. The displacement for the boat is approximately 160 lbs.
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Alcort puffer. I recently uncovered a gem. An old 13' puffer sailboat. It's in pretty great shape hull wise. All new lines, and mast, boom, rudder, daggerboard, stays etc look great. It didn't have the jib, but main sail is in excellent condition. Has anyone sailed one of these without the jib?
That being said, buy the one that is in better shape, both boats are pretty similar from what I can tell. A Widgeon is a truly wonderful boat and the early versions weren't decked in at the bow - a much bigger boat inside just for being open. The early ones also had nice mahogany benches inside. I'm an early O'Day specialist though, and biased ha.
AMF Alcort Puffer vs. O'Day Widgeon. ... The O'Day Mariner is an excellent first boat if you can get your hands on one. Well made, the design by phillip rhodes, is fast while still being forgiving. The small cabin also makes them versatile for overnighting or hiding a portapottie. The same goes for the Day Sailer model designed by Uffa Fox.
There's a 500+ member owner's group that appears fairly active. You might sign in there and see what they know about finding parts. Puffer Group. SLO sails makes reasonably priced covers for many boats, give them a try. click here --> San Louis Obispo Sails. The Sunfish daggerboard is 40" long x 9-1/2" wide.
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Oarlocks for 12' AMF Alcort Puffer. I sail a 12 ft "Puffer" dinghy and I'm considering getting oars. It comes with little holes in the gunwales about halfway between the stern and amidships. The holes are about two inches deep and about an inch diameter.
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