The Macwester 26 stands as a seminal design in the history of British production boatbuilding, serving as the vessel that launched Macwester Marine Co. Ltd. into the mainstream in 1964. Designed by the company’s founder, C.S.J. "Jim" Roy, the Macwester 26 was specifically engineered to meet the needs of the emerging family cruising market in the United Kingdom. With a heavy-displacement hull and a robust GRP layup, it prioritized safety and interior volume over racing prowess. Approximately 400 of these hulls were produced, establishing a template for the "stubby" but seaworthy cruiser that could handle the rugged conditions of the English Channel and North Sea while being capable of "taking the ground" in tidal harbors.
MacWester 26 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- MacWester
- Model
- 26
- Builder
- Macwester Marine Co. Ltd.
- Designer
- C.S.J.Roy
- Number Built
- 400
- Production Year(s)
- 1964 - 1972
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