The 505

505 Worlds, 1988
photo: Peter Danby

The 505 is one of the more popular high performance two man dinghies sailed worldwide. With at least 85 boats registered in Australia and over 8000 being sailed around the globe, who could argue?

The 505 is a double-handed boat that incorporates a light weight, high performance hull design with a powerful sailplan and one trapeze. The boat is unique in that it has outstanding performance in all conditions. In light air it is quick and responsive, and in breeze it just goes faster.

505 Class Specifications

Length	5.05 m. (hence the name)
Beam	1.88 m.
Weight	127.4 kg.
Racing Crew	two

505 History

1952-3	Coronet designed by John Westell
1953	The Coronet modified at the request of the Caneton Racing Association. The new boat known as the 505.
1954	Caneton Racing Association adopts the 505 as a new class
1955	505 recognised by the IYRU

The 505 Online

505 Web Pages:	International Association
	Australian Association
505 Rules	Int. Class Rules
	Measurement Rules
505 News	International 505 News

Clubs Sailing the 505

Brighton & Seacliff Yacht Club
Fremantle Sailing Club
Lake Hawthorn Sailing Club
Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club
Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Southport Yacht Club

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