Farr IMS 50 (IRC Optimized) TOP CAT

1993

Farr IMS 50 (IRC Optimized) TOP CAT - $185,000

Development of this design is based upon a concept similar to the enormously successful Farr IMS 40, proven by the unbeaten performance record of COOKSON'S HIGH 5 at the 1992 Kenwood Cup.  The hull shape is clean and fair with an almost plumb bow giving a long water line length for length overall.  This hull design was prior to the later “type-formed” IMS hull shapes and is a better all-around design, fitting better into IRC. Additional important features of this design include very high stability, a generous sail plan, and superior engineering. Farr IMS 50 has high stability relative to its light/moderate displacement.  The center of gravity is low and weight is concentrated effectively to give powerful performance upwind.  Even the interior furniture is engineered to add integrity to the yacht's structure where possible.

This Farr 50 has been nicely updated to include a Sparcraft carbon fiber mast and boom.  The Keel bulb was increased in 2002 for an IRC optimization with internal ballast removed.