Review of Brigand
Basic specs.
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The hull is made of fibreglass. A hull made of fibreglass requires only a minimum of maintenance during the sailing season.
The hull shape is deep V. Generally, a deep V hull gives a more comfortable cruise because it helps the boat cut through waves while minimizing impacts, help the boat bank into turns, and throw less spray. However, a deep V hull reduces stability and requires more power.
The boat is equipped with 50 liters (13 US gallons, 10 imperial gallons) fresh water capacity and toilet facility.
The fuel tank has a capacity of 190 liters (50 US gallons, 41 imperial gallons).
The Brigand has been equipped with different engine alternatives.
Alternative 1:
The boat may be equipped with an inboard Volvo Penta D4-225 diesel engine at 225 hp (167 kW). The speed is 34.0 knots.
The transmission is a Z-drive aka sterndrive.
Alternative 2:
Brigand may be equipped with an inboard Volvo Penta D3-160 diesel engine at 160 hp (119 kW). The speed is 30.0 knots.
The transmission is a Z-drive aka sterndrive.
Alternative 3:
The boat may be equipped with an inboard Volvo Penta 5.7 GXi gasoline engine at 315 hp (234 kW). The speed is 46.0 knots.
The transmission is a Z-drive aka sterndrive.
Alternative 4:
The boat may be equipped with an inboard Volvo Penta 5.0 GXi gasoline engine at 270 hp (201 kW). The speed is 42.0 knots.
The transmission is a Z-drive aka sterndrive.
Alternative 5:
Brigand may be equipped with an inboard Volvo Penta 4.3 GXi gasoline engine at 225 hp (167 kW). The speed is 36.0 knots.
The transmission is a Z-drive aka sterndrive.
Alternative 6:
The boat may be equipped with an inboard Volvo Penta 4.3 GL gasoline engine at 190 hp (141 kW). The speed is 31.0 knots.
The transmission is a Z-drive aka sterndrive.
Sailing characteristics
This section covers widely used rules of thumb to describe the sailing characteristics. Please note that even though the calculations are correct, the interpretation of the results might not be valid for extreme boats.
Brigand holds a CE certification:
The boat is by European Union certified as Class B. OFFSHORE:The immersion rate is defined as the weight required to sink the boat a certain level.
The immersion rate for Brigand is about 135 kg/cm, alternatively 757 lbs/inch.
Meaning: if you load 135 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm.
Alternatively, if you load 757 lbs cargo on the boat it will sink 1 inch.
Sailing statistics
This section is statistical comparison with similar boats of the same category. The basis of the following statistical computations is our unique database with more than 26,000 different boat types and 350,000 data points.
What is L/B (Length Beam Ratio)?
The l/b ratio for Brigand is 2.77.
Curiosities
In Denmark, you are required to have achieved a 'powerboat driving license' in order to sail a powerboat.
In this context a boat is considered a powerboat if:
Danish definition of a powerboat
Maintenance
When buying anti-fouling bottom paint, it's nice to know how much to buy.
The surface of the wet bottom is about 18m2 (193 ft2).
Based on this, your favourite maritime shop can tell you the quantity you need.
Note: If you use a paint roller you will need more paint than if you use a paintbrush.
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