Fireball (dinghy)
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Specifications Under Current Rules
Class Symbol
Crew Two (single trapeze)
LOA 16 ft 2 in (4938 mm)
LWL
Beam 4 ft 6 in (1371 mm)
Draft
Hull weight (with fittings) 175 lb (80 kg)
Mast height (above deck) 25 ft (7626 mm)
Mainsail area 88 sq ft (8.2 m2).
Jib / Genoa area 35 sq ft (3.3 m2).
Spinnaker area 140 sq ft (13 m2).

Originally designed by Peter Milne in 1962, the Fireball is a one-design high-performance sailing dinghy. The Fireball is sailed by a crew of two, and sports a single trapeze, symmetric spinnaker and chined hull. The class is strictly controlled, but has adapted to advances in building techniques. The hulls (plywood, FRP or composite) have a strict weight limit of 175 lb (79 kg) (with correctors).

The Fireball is a highly competitive dinghy, with large fleets worldwide and state, national, continental and world championships held annually. Competitors of all ages help make this class enjoyable for everyone. The performance of the boat is very dependent on tuning as the Fireball's rig can be adjusted in numerous ways.

The most recent Fireball World Championships were held at the Royal Varuna Yacht Club in Pattaya, Thailand from 8–21 March 2008.

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