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Is the J Boats sailboat still in production?

Is the J Boats sailboat still in production?

Older J/Boats sailboat models no longer in production. In addition to currently produced J/Boats Models, the classic J’s listed below remain some of the best performing sailboats for their size on the water; whether for cruising, one-design sailing, racing, or sailing offshore.

When was the Wright J65 turboprop first flown?

A 6,500–10,380 shp (4,850–7,740 kW) turboprop version of the J65 (Sapphire) was developed by Curtiss-Wright as the Wright T49, and a commercial derivative, the Wright TP51A2 was also designed. The T49 first ran in December 1952 at 8,000 shp (6,000 kW), followed by flight testing in a Boeing XB-47D test bed from 26 August 1955.

What kind of sailboat is the J / 70?

The J/70 speedster is a fun, fast, stable 22 footer that tows behind a small SUV and can be ramp-launched, rigged and sailed by two people. J/70 sails upwind like a proper keelboat and then simply flies off-the-wind – planing into the double digits in moderate breeze. With 1,600 boats delivered worldwide, the choice is clear. Learn about J/70 here.

Which is the best J boat to buy?

With 1,600 boats delivered worldwide, the choice is clear. Learn about J/70 here. J/121 is a 40’ offshore speedster that can be day-raced or distance-sailed by 5 or fewer crew . . . the best short-handed J ever . . . capable of winning on any course while also excelling as a daysailor and weekender.

How big is a boat from J Boats?

J Boats is a boat builder in the marine industry that offers boats for sale in a range of sizes on Boat Trader, with the smallest current boat listed at 20 feet in length, to the longest vessel measuring in at 53 feet, and an average length of 35 feet.

How much do J Boats cost on Boat Trader?

How much do J Boats cost? J Boats boats for sale on Boat Trader are listed for a variety of prices, valued from $6,000 on the more affordable end all the way up to $1,750,000 for the most expensive boats.