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WALLER
TS 540 TRAILER YACHT
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The WALLER TS 540 evolved from one of our earlier designs, the TS 5.4. The object was to create a boat which shared the easy to build and fun to sail concept of the TS 5.4, and which possessed the same excellent sailing and handling characteristics, but which could be built in sheet plywood.
Like the TS 5.4
the Waller TS 540 is designed for 2
people and is ideal for a couple or parent and child (More can be carried
for day sailing). The small cabin contains overnight accommodation with
2 berths in the traditional 'V' berth arrangement. Removeable panels allow
these berths to convert to a comfortable sitting area.
Construction is marine plywood using the timber / epoxy construction technique, and the boat has been specifically designed to be built without the need for a strong back or expensive throw away moulds. The hull is constructed around a framework of it's own bulkheads and a central spine incorporating the centreboard case. The boat is easily constructed and rigged, and can be entirely home built except for fittings and sails. Fittings are kept to a minimum, utilizing 'off the shelf ' items.
The plans allow for a standard spinnaker arrangement or an asymetrical
kite set from a bow pole. This boat is extremely stable, and features a
heavily ballasted pivoting centreboard. In it's designed environment of
sheltered and semi sheltered waters it is an ideal step up for dingy sailors,
or for older sailors who want something smaller. Performance wise, this
yacht is comparable to it's close sibling, the TS
5.4, which has proven highly competative in club racing.
| DESIGN DATA
L.O.A.
............................... 5.36 Metres
L.W.L. ............................... 5.00 Metres Beam ............................... 2.30 Metres Draft - board up.................. 0.26 Metres - board down ............. 1.15 Metres Displacement ....................... 580 Kg Trailer Weight ..................... 410 Kg Ballast ................................ 90 Kg Sail Area ............................. 18.28 M2 |
Plans for the TS
540 are extremely comprehensive, with 9 sheets (full A1 size)
of drawings, complete written specifications and builders manual. This
is an ideal project for the first time boat builder.
Study
Plans ......................... $30.00 Aud.
Full Plans ......................... See Price List |
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