Manta 14
Description
The Manta 14 is a compact, fiberglass daysailer from the 1970s, designed as an affordable, trailerable pocket cruiser for recreational sailing on lakes or protected coastal waters. Produced in limited numbers (around 54 units total), it's a lightweight sloop similar in style and performance to the popular Holder 14—offering a roomy cockpit for up to four adults while being nimble enough for single handing. Builders are listed variably as Melen Marine Ltd. or HiPP (possibly under a Lettmann or Mithril design influence), but it's a rare find today. It's praised for its simplicity and stability in light winds but requires some skill in gustier conditions due to its responsive handling.
Construction Details
| Designer | Unknown |
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| Builder | Melen Marine LTD |
| Length | 14.000 ft |
| LOA | 13.330 ft |
| LWL | 12.000 ft |
| Beam | 6.000 ft |
| Displacement | 248 lb |
| Max Draft | 3.750 ft |
| Min Draft | 0.600 ft |
| Year Built | 1970 |
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