Key details
- Current boat name
- Albatross
- Boat class
- 6842
- Number
- 419
- Function
- Sports and Leisure
- Type
- Launch
Dimensions and specifications
- Length (m / ft)
- 3.89 / 12ft 9in
- Beam (m / ft)
- 1.38 / 4ft 6in
- Leeward
- None
- Propulsion
- Engine
Design and build
- Designer
- Albatross Marine
- Design date
- 1953
- Date of build
- 1956
- Place of build
- Great Yarmouth
Current status
- Present use
- Sailing
History
Originally used as a demonstration model by a Director of Albatross Marine in South of France which was a major market for the boats. Acquired by present owner and used for waterskiing and a runabout in the Solent area for seven years. Now used as a fun boat in the Camel estuary and at rallies in England and France. Maintained in 'original condition', with engine and other components renewed when necessary by like for like replacements. June 2010 A regular attendee at the CMBA events held in Falmouth GH Dec 15