To mark the 40th anniversary of the southern German catapult manufacturer, the K2X is the fourth in the series. After the K1, K3X and K4X, the 17-foot model has now also been redesigned. Like its predecessors, it has been given a negative wave piercer stem, which is designed to go through waves more easily, as well as pronounced chines in the bow area, which are intended to prevent rapid undercutting if you do get caught in a wave. On the predecessor model K4X, the YACHT test works well.
As always with Topcat, the Multihull has keel hooks instead of centreboards, which simplify operation. The mast can also be split to make towing easier, and at 2.44 metres it can be trailered when built up. The boat is optimised for a crew weight of 120 to 160 kilograms, but according to the manufacturer, the K2X should also be able to carry a family with two children; the buoyancy should be sufficient for 35 kilos of additional weight. If the boat is sailed single-handed, 85 kilos of body weight is required to right the boat after capsizing.
Depending on the application, customers can choose between three sail variants. The simplest, called Classic, has a 13.5 square metre Dacron mainsail and a 4.2 square metre furling jib. With a single trapeze for foresailors, the boat is available ex works for 13,200 euros. On the Streamcut, the Dacron mainsail is flared aft at the top of the topsail and measures 15.9 square metres. A luff stretcher and double trapeze are also included for 14,300 euros.
The regatta version in turn includes the 17.7 square metre furling gennaker (otherwise an option for €2,400), a Pentex mainsheet and, among other things, a 2/3 ball bearing traveller and a mainsheet block from Harken for a total of €17,500. According to a decision by the Topcat Class Association, the K2X can compete against the older K2s in regattas from this season onwards free of charge.
The Topcat K2X can be seen in Hall 15, Stand G 58
Further information on the website of Topcat.
Technical data Topcat K2X
Andreas Fritsch
Editor Travel
