S2 7.3 Meter
Description
The S2 7.3 (also known as the S2 7.3 Meter) is an American trailerable racer-cruiser sailboat designed by Arthur Edmunds and built by S2 Yachts in Holland, Michigan, from 1978 to 1987. Approximately ~404 units were produced, making it a popular choice for weekend warriors seeking a balance of speed, simplicity, and coastal cruising capability. The "7.3" refers to its approximate length in meters (24 feet LOA), and it's renowned for its solid fiberglass construction, spacious interior for its size, and forgiving handling—ideal for beginners transitioning from dinghies or for club racing. S2 Yachts, founded by industry legend Leon Slikkers after selling his powerboat company Slickcraft, emphasized quality control and efficiency, producing boats with hand-laid hulls and innovative features like the inward-turning hull-to-deck joint.
Construction Details
| Designer | Arthur Edmunds |
|---|---|
| Builder | S2 Yachts |
| Length | 24.000 ft |
| LOA | 23.830 ft |
| LWL | 18.500 ft |
| Beam | 8.000 ft |
| Displacement | 3250 lb |
| Ballast | 1300 lb |
| Max Draft | 4.000 ft |
| Year Built | 1978 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 29 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 10.25 ft |
| p | 25 ft |
| e | 8.50 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 ft | 10.25 ft | 25 ft | 8.50 ft | - | - | - | - |
Documents
Blueprints
Sails
S2 7.3 Meter - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 25 ft - (7620 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 8.5 ft - (2591 mm) |
| Leech | * 25.94 ft - (7907 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 26.12 ft - (7961 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 4 in - (102 mm) |
| Area | * 109.83 ft² |
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S2 7.3 Meter - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 24.61 ft - (7501 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 13.83 ft - (4215 mm) |
| Leech | * 21 ft - (6401 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115.02 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 11.79 ft - (3594 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12.06 ° |
| Area | * 145.06 ft² |
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S2 7.3 Meter - GENOA
| Luff | 28 ft - (8534 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 16.75 ft - (5105 mm) |
| Leech | 26.33 ft - (8025 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150.05 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 15.38 ft - (4688 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.85 ° |
| Area | * 215.35 ft² |
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S2 7.3 Meter - GENOA
| Luff | * 29.22 ft - (8906 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 16.76 ft - (5108 mm) |
| Leech | * 27.28 ft - (8315 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 149.95 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 15.37 ft - (4685 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4.03 ° |
| Area | * 224.56 ft² |
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S2 7.3 Meter - DRIFTER
| Luff | * 29.22 ft - (8906 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 17.5 ft - (5334 mm) |
| Leech | * 25.93 ft - (7903 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 150.05 % |
| Length Perp | * 15.38 ft - (4688 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 9.02 ° |
| Area | * 224.73 ft² |
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S2 7.3 Meter - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | 30 ft - (9144 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 17 ft - (5182 mm) |
| Leech | 27 ft - (8230 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 382 ft² |
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S2 7.3 Meter - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 29.22 ft - (8906 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 18.45 ft - (5624 mm) |
| Foot | * 18.45 ft - (5624 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 458 ft² |
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