The Achilles 24 is a seminal example of the British "pocket cruiser" era, bridging the gap between a performance day-racer and a coastal voyager. Born from the board of Oliver Lee and refined by Chris Butler of Butler Mouldings Ltd., the yacht was originally envisioned as a more habitable evolution of the Ajax 23 racing keelboat. Launched in 1968, it became one of the most successful small GRP yachts in the United Kingdom, with over 600 hulls produced before production ceased. Its reputation is built on a narrow, sleek hull form that prioritizes sailing efficiency over the high-volume, beamier interior layouts that began to dominate the market in later decades. The model was produced in both fin-keel and twin-keel (bilge) configurations, with the former being highly prized for its competitive edge in club racing.
Achilles 24 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Achilles
- Model
- 24
- Builder
- Butler Moldings Ltd.
- Designer
- Oliver Lee /Chris Butler
- Number Built
- 600
- Production Year(s)
- 1968 - 1985
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $1,494 |
| Dec 2025 | 1 | $707 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $4,058 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Dory 25 | 24.83' | $9,600 | 30 | 10 |
| Sadler 26 | 25.75' | $12,139 | 18 | 11 |
| Saffier SE 24 | 26.25' | $162,998 | 17 | 8 |
| Beneteau First 24 | 24.61' | $15,900 | 16 | 4 |
| Contessa 26 | 25.5' | $10,648 | 16 | 7 |
| Pacific Seacraft Dana 24 | 27.25' | $59,995 | 15 | 4 |
| Cornish Crabbers 24 Mk I | 29.25' | $43,214 | 12 | 5 |
| Dufour 24 | 24.1' | $9,542 | 7 | 3 |
| Tomahawk 25 | 25.33' | $11,497 | 5 | 2 |
| Achilles 24 | $1,679 | 4 | 1 | |
| Luders Luders 33 | 33' | $20,000 | 4 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $2,198 | 2 | 1 |
| Ireland | $1,679 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Achilles 24 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Achilles 24 over the past 12 months is $1,679. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Achilles 24 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 4 Achilles 24 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Achilles 24 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Achilles 24 has increased by 141.7% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Achilles 24?
- Ireland currently has the lowest median asking price at $1,679, while United Kingdom is the most expensive at $2,198 — a 31% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Achilles 24?
- Comparable models include the Cape Dory 25, Sadler 26, Saffier SE 24. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.