I'm trying to locate / confirm the crew capacity of my boat - a 1984 C27. I've looked in the Catalina literature and for a data plate on the boat but no luck. Any idea on how I can confirm this ? Any help would be appreciated.
Need crew capacity specification - 1984 C27
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C27's do not fall into the class of boats that require load and capacity plates. Why do you want to know?
C27's do not fall into the class of boats that require load and capacity plates. Why do you want to know?
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This is my first boat, of any kind, so I'm on a severe learning curve. During Coast Guard training this was mentioned AND recent friends that came out with us asked the question. Knowing my limits will allow me to have correct # of PFD's, etc.
This is my first boat, of any kind, so I'm on a severe learning curve. During Coast Guard training this was mentioned AND recent friends that came out with us asked the question. Knowing my limits will allow me to have correct # of PFD's, etc.
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Good for you! Thinking ahead and asking questions is a great start. The limit on crew is a physical one. There is only so much space aboard. 6 for sure, probably 8 for day sails, but you can set any limit you wish.
Good for you! Thinking ahead and asking questions is a great start. The limit on crew is a physical one. There is only so much space aboard. 6 for sure, probably 8 for day sails, but you can set any limit you wish.
number of pfd's
is what defines my crew capacity. I have eight pfd's, and have never had more than seven crew on my C27 for a daysail, but there was plenty of room for more so long as they all didn't want to sit in the cockpit. I suggest you call the coast guard or harbor police in your area and get their input, since they would be the ones to issue citations. The catalina brochure indicates that the vessel can sleep six adults........ hardy, har, har.... Maybe a family of midgets (can I say that? Please no hate mail from Little People of America.) But... to really answer your question.... I don't know.
is what defines my crew capacity. I have eight pfd's, and have never had more than seven crew on my C27 for a daysail, but there was plenty of room for more so long as they all didn't want to sit in the cockpit. I suggest you call the coast guard or harbor police in your area and get their input, since they would be the ones to issue citations. The catalina brochure indicates that the vessel can sleep six adults........ hardy, har, har.... Maybe a family of midgets (can I say that? Please no hate mail from Little People of America.) But... to really answer your question.... I don't know.
CG Requirements
The "Federal Requirements & Safety Tips for Recreational Boats" states that "Boats 16 feed and longer must be equipped with one Type I, II, III, or V PFD for each person on board PLUS one type IV." The Catalina 27 doesn't require a safety capacity plate from a Federal standpoint. You may have as many onboard as you feel comfortable with as skipper of your vessel. You alone are ultimately responsible for their safety once the docklines are free. As long as you have a USCG approved vest for each person, you are all set. I've heard as many as 18 people on a Catalina 27 for a short harbor cruise under power(no room to raise sails). Some states require children below a certain age must wear a PFD at all times on the water regardless of vessel type. This brocure is free and might be obtainable from your local harbormaster or from the nearest USCG office. Below is a link to the Office of Boating Safety where you can click on the Regulations tab for both Federal and State laws. Happy Boating!
The "Federal Requirements & Safety Tips for Recreational Boats" states that "Boats 16 feed and longer must be equipped with one Type I, II, III, or V PFD for each person on board PLUS one type IV." The Catalina 27 doesn't require a safety capacity plate from a Federal standpoint. You may have as many onboard as you feel comfortable with as skipper of your vessel. You alone are ultimately responsible for their safety once the docklines are free. As long as you have a USCG approved vest for each person, you are all set. I've heard as many as 18 people on a Catalina 27 for a short harbor cruise under power(no room to raise sails). Some states require children below a certain age must wear a PFD at all times on the water regardless of vessel type. This brocure is free and might be obtainable from your local harbormaster or from the nearest USCG office. Below is a link to the Office of Boating Safety where you can click on the Regulations tab for both Federal and State laws. Happy Boating!
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