The Viper is a performance catamaran used for racing; it is a one design within the Formula 16 class. It is recognised as a class by the International Sailing Federation.
In early 2012 International Sailing Federation evaluated vessels for the mixed multihull class at the 2016 Olympic Sailing Regatta. The Viper came second out of seven boats evaluated, losing to the Nacra 17.
+ Technical data Designer Greg Goodall Length
5.0 m / 16.4 ft Beam 2.5 m / 8.2 ft Weight 129 kg / 284 lb Mast Height 8.5 m / 28 ft Main Sail 15 m2 / 162 ft2 Jib 3.7 m2 / 40 ft2 Spinnaker 17.5 m2 / 188 ft2 Builder AHPC
See also List of multihulls
References
External links ISAF Microsite Builders Website