Shipyard boss Jens Quorning and designer Steen Olsen are still working on the final details for what is now the smallest Dragonfly in the Danes' programme. The nimble tripod will be just 7.70 metres long and a maximum width of 5.80 metres with the outriggers unfolded. Naturally, the new Benjamin in the shipyard range will also be equipped with the good and patented folding mechanism for the outriggers. This allows the width to be reduced to 2.50 metres in just a few simple steps, making the small trimaran suitable for trailers and also easier to find a place to moor in the harbour.
In contrast to the larger Dragonfly 28 (YACHT 14/2009 test), which has an additional berth built into the aft section, the 25 remains unbuilt below deck at the rear. This means that the cockpit will be deeper and the cockpit at the stern will remain open. The Dragonfly 25 will also be equipped with a self-tacking jib from the shipyard. A gennaker or a code zero can also be set on the long, permanently attached bowsprit.
A special feature of the new Dragonfly is that the folding centreboard is no longer installed exactly in the centre of the hull, but slightly offset to the side. The mechanism is now located under the sofa on the port side. This provides more space for sitting, especially in the foot area. There is enough room for three adults to sleep on the sofas and in the forward berth, or two adults and two children. A portable toilet completes the touring capability on request.
Quorning Boats reports that even before the actual start of construction, seven units of the Dragonfly 25 are already on the order books - a great success for the shipyard. In the meantime, the Danes have also defined a price. The Dragonfly 25 will cost 83,180 euros, including 19% VAT. This price also includes the sails and a 5 hp outboard engine.
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