The Mandarin 17 has a beam of 45â and is designed with traditional oarlocks to mirror the traditional Thames skiffs. She may be fitted with a single or double rowing position and the plans detail a rudder and traditional foot rests.
She uses 5 to 6 sheets of 4, 5 or 6mm plyâif required she could take a small sail rig or use a small electric outboard.
The drawings give the plank shapes and details for simple stitch and tape construction and also the mould/jig details for those wanting to build her with clinker/ply.
She uses 5 to 6 sheets of 4, 5 or 6mm plyâif required she could take a small sail rig or use a small electric outboard.
The drawings give the plank shapes and details for simple stitch and tape construction and also the mould/jig details for those wanting to build her with clinker/ply.
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Mandarin 17 Particulars |
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| LOA | 17' | 5.19m |
| Beam | 45" | 1.14m |
| Hull Mid Depth | 1' 2" | 0.35m |
| Draft | 4 1/2" | 0.11m |
| Approx. Dry Weight | 85 lbs | 39 kg |
| Hull Shape | Multi-chine with 5 planks per side | |
| Construction Method | Stitch and tape and clinker ply | |
| Major plywood requirements for hull | 6 sheets of 4,5 or 6mm marine or clinker plywood | |
| Guidance Use | 3 x adults | |
| Drawing/Design Package | 4 x A1 drawings + 6 x A4 instruction sheets | |
