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Krakatoa II

Krakatoa II

 

The first Pogo class 40 in Australia, Krakatoa II is part of an explosive class, which is taking Europe by storm.  Designed as a stepping stone between a Mini 6.5 and the Open 60s, the class 40 is a fast seaworthy boat that is suitable for short handed sailing.  Likened to a 40 foot version of a VO60, it carries 750 litres of water ballast each side which provides the required stability to carry the enormous sail area.  Not built to perform under IRC handicap, the boat should be a contender with the fast 40 footers for line honours in this size range.
 

Competitor Details

Yacht Name Krakatoa II
Sail Number 55555
Owner Rod Skellet
Skipper Rod Skellet
Crew C Pritchard, P Hurney, D Lowe, W Tuck, E Hyde, D Wood, K Bayvel, G Rosewall
State NSW
Club CYCA
Type Pogo 40
Designer Groupe Finot
Builder Stuctures Naval France
Construction GRP
LOA 12.19
Beam 4.4
Draft 3.0