Force 5 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Hull type

Monohull · daggerboard

Rig

Cat Rig

LOA

13.87' · 4.23 m

Displ.

140 lbs · 64 kg

First year

1972

The Force 5 is a 14foot singlehanded racing dinghy that occupies a unique niche in the smallboat sailing world, often described as the sophisticated alternative to the ILCA (Laser). Originally designed by Fred Scott and Jack Helms and introduced by AMF Alcort in the early 1970s, the boat was engineered to provide a more technical and comfortable experience than the ubiquitous Sunfish while offering more adjustable controls than the Laser of the same era. Today, the design’s legacy is preserved by Weeks Yacht Yard, which continues to manufacture the boat, ensuring that this classic performance dinghy remains available for both competitive fleet racing and recreational day sailing. With its hardchined hull and relatively large sail area, the Force 5 remains a staple of the North American smallboat racing circuit, particularly in the MidAtlantic and Northeast regions.