The Trapper 500 and its successor, the 501, represent a pivotal era in British yacht building where transatlantic design met the craftsmanship of the Hamble River. Born from the acquisition of Anstey Yachts by Deacons Boat Yard in 1972, these vessels were built under license from the renowned Canadian firm C&C Yachts. Specifically based on the lines of the successful C&C 27, the Trapper 500 was adapted for the UK market, offering a blend of cruiser-racer performance and robust construction that allowed it to become a staple of Solent sailing. Between the early 1970s and late 1980s, these boats gained a reputation for being remarkably "stiff" and weatherly, capable of holding their own in club racing while providing enough volume for family coastal cruising.
Used Trapper 500/501 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Trapper
- Model
- 500/501
- Builder
- Trapper Yachts Ltd.
- Designer
- Rob Ball/Camper & Nicholson
- Number Built
- 600
- Production Year(s)
- 1977 - 1987
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