Tanzer 22
The Tanzer 22 is a Canadian sailboat, that was designed by Johann Tanzer and first built in 1970. The design went out of production in 1986.[1][2]
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| Development | |
|---|---|
| Designer | Johann Tanzer |
| Location | Canada |
| Year | 1970 |
| Builder(s) | Tanzer Industries |
| Boat | |
| Crew | Two |
| Draft | 3.42 ft (1.04 m) |
| Hull | |
| Type | Masthead sloop |
| Construction | Fiberglass |
| LOA | 22.5 ft (6.9 m) |
| LWL | 19.75 ft (6.02 m) |
| Beam | 7.83 ft (2.39 m) |
| Hull appendages | |
| Keel/board type | fixed fin keel |
| Sails | |
| Mainsail area | 103.50 sq ft (9.615 m2) |
| Jib/genoa area | 121.68 sq ft (11.304 m2) |
| Total sail area | 225.18 sq ft (20.920 m2) |
| Racing | |
| PHRF | 237 (average) |
Production
The boat was built by Tanzer Industries Limited in Dorion, Quebec. 270 Tanzer 22s were also built in Edenton, North Carolina and 167 were built in Arlington, Washington. Tanzer Industries went out of business in 1986 and the molds and tooling were sold to Kisber & Company, which built the boat for approximately one year. Kisber sold the design to Canadian Yacht Builders, but that company did not put the boat back into production. Later the Tanzer 22 class association acquired the sailboat design, tooling and the rights to the name, through a share-sale to its members. It is not known if they have constructed any boats.[1]
A total of 2271 Tanzer 22s were constructed.[1]
Design
The Tanzer 22 is a small recreational keelboat, built predominantly of fiberglass, with wood trim. It has a masthead sloop rig and a transom-hung rudder. It displaces 2,900 lb (1,315 kg) and carries 1,250 lb (567 kg) of ballast.[1][2]
The boat has a PHRF racing average handicap of 237 with a high of 243 and low of 222. It has a hull speed of 5.96 kn (11.04 km/h).[2]
Operational history
In a review Michael McGoldrick wrote, "this boat is supported by a very active class association. In fact, anyone buying a Tanzer 22 will quickly discover that they are part of a network of owners who take a great deal of pride in their boats...All this means that many Tanzer 22s are being actively raced as a one-design or under PHRF. But this is also a boat that can take a small family out for a short cruise. It has a big cockpit and a flush deck which provides for lots of sunbathing space. Below there is more room than first meets the eye, despite the fact that the bulkhead which divides the v-berth from the main cabin gives the appearance of cramped quarters. On top of all this, the Tanzer 22 has gained a considerable reputation for seagoing capabilities."[3]
Variants
- Tanzer 22
- Fin keel model, with 2,900 lb (1,315 kg) displacement, 1,250 lb (567 kg) of ballast and a draft of 3.42 ft (1.04 m).[1][2]
- Tanzer 22 CB
- Centre board model, with 3,100 lb (1,406 kg) displacement, 1,500 lb (680 kg) of ballast and a draft of 4.00 ft (1.22 m).[4][5]
- Tanzer 22 T/4
- Centre board model, with 2,900 lb (1,315 kg) displacement and a draft of 3.40 ft (1.04 m). The T/4 was designed for the International Offshore Rule Mk. III, Quarter Ton class and has a slightly modified rudder and sailplan. The rules were changed just after its introduction, resulting in a short production run.[6][7]
See also
- Related development
- Similar sailboats
References
- Browning, Randy (2016). "Tanzer 22 sailboat specifications and details". sailboatdata.com. Retrieved 29 June 2016.
- InterVisionSoft LLC (2016). "Sailboat Specifications for Tanzer 22". Sailing Joy. Retrieved 29 June 2016.
- McGoldrick, Michael (2018). "Tanzer 22". Sail Quest. Retrieved 24 July 2018.
- Browning, Randy (2016). "Tanzer 22 CB sailboat specifications and details". sailboatdata.com. Retrieved 29 June 2016.
- InterVisionSoft LLC (2016). "Sailboat Specifications for Tanzer 22 CB". Sailing Joy. Retrieved 29 June 2016.
- Browning, Randy (2016). "Tanzer 22 CB sailboat specifications and details". sailboatdata.com. Retrieved 29 June 2016.
- InterVisionSoft LLC (2016). "Sailboat Specifications for Tanzer 22 CB". Sailing Joy. Retrieved 29 June 2016.
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