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Hull Speed Calculator

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Calculates the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull boat based on its waterline length.

How To Use

How to use this calculator

Start with your values, or try a preset.

Step 1

Enter Waterline Length (feet) in the units shown.

Step 2

Read Hull Speed (knots) in the results panel. Results update as you change the inputs.

Step 3

Choose a preset to load an example, then adjust the values for your situation.

Worked Examples

Example calculations

See the inputs and their calculated results.

Small Sailboat

Waterline Length (feet): 25 ft

Hull Speed (knots): 6.7 knots

Medium Powerboat

Waterline Length (feet): 35 ft

Hull Speed (knots): 7.927546909 knots

Large Sailboat

Waterline Length (feet): 45 ft

Hull Speed (knots): 8.98899327 knots

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