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Sarch S8

Cruiser-Racer Built by Sarch Composites

Boat highlights

Sarch S8 is currently estimated in the Very Good band with an SBP score of 130.

Length overall

26.1 ft

Primary sail area

441 ft²

Displacement

2,646 lbs

Performance band: Very Good GPH rating: 617
130
SBP score
Very Good band

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Performance Analysis

Detailed performance metrics and polar diagram for Sarch S8.

Methodology note: SBP scores, polar diagrams, hull-speed values, and derived ratios are estimates. Use them for comparison and planning support—not as a substitute for manufacturer specifications, measured sea trials, rating certificates, professional weather routing, or safety margins. Review how we rate boats.

Performance Metrics

SBP Score
130
ORC GPH
617
Average Speed (GPH)
5.8 kn
Yardstick
92.6
Sail Carry Number
6.0
Planing Potential
1.7 (very high)
Hull Speed
6.3 kn

Speed Estimates

Wind Speed (kn)Beat VMG (kn)Run VMG (kn)
63.63.8
84.34.8
104.75.6
124.86.2
144.96.8
165.07.8
205.010.5

Polar Diagram

Wind Speed (kn)

Key Specifications

Explore the hull dimensions and sail plan for Sarch S8.

Dimensions

Length over all 26.08 ft
Length at Waterline 21.73 ft
Hull Speed 6.3 kn
Beam 8.17 ft
Draft 6.56 ft
Displacement 2,646 lbs

Sails

Main Sail Area 261.56 ft²
Foresail Area 176.53 ft²
Upwind Sail Area 441.32 ft²
Spinnaker/Gennaker Area 699.65 ft²

Construction ratios

Sail area-to-displacement (SA/D)
36.9
Capsize screening (CSF)
2.34
Comfort ratio (CR)
10.7

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Data sources and methodology

Published specifications are kept separate from calculated ratios and estimated performance. SBP and speed outputs are model-based estimates, not owner ratings or certified handicaps.

Specifications
verified
Ratios
derived
Performance
estimated

Last checked: 27 Aug 2026. Source: Sarch Composites official website. Read the SBP methodology.

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