Rustler 24 Sailboats for Sale

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull Type

Monohull · long

Rig

Fractional Sloop

LOA

24' · 7.32 m

Disp.

3,615 lbs · 1,640 kg

First year

2010

The Rustler 24 is a refined daysailer that captures the aesthetic of a classic era while utilizing modern materials and construction techniques to ensure ease of handling and longevity. Designed by the late David Thomas and built in Cornwall by Rustler Yachts, this vessel was conceived as an elegant, lowmaintenance alternative to the more demanding classic keelboats like the Dragon or the 6Metre class. It features a long, graceful hull with significant overhangs and an encapsulated lead keel that provides a remarkably high ballast ratio, contributing to its reputation for stability and a "big boat" feel in a compact, 24foot package. Unlike the traditional wooden boats that inspired its lines, the Rustler 24 is constructed from handlaid GRP, ensuring that its classic silhouette does not come with the heavy maintenance burden typically associated with vintage racing yachts.