Last time I checked the weights of these and similar classes the quoted weights didn't included everything needed to go sailing. There tends to be a tradition of quoting weights that only comprises a hull or the platform and present that as a boatweight. The newly launched Weta is the same. It is quoted at 85 kg but independently measured at 126 kg.
So you are confusing the matter here Jeff; you should have know that the Arrow rules actually state :
hull and beams shall be dry when weighed and include fixed fitting only.
Centreplate, complete rudder assembly and all removable fittings and sheets shall be removed. Minimum weight – 50 kg. Weight correctors are permitted but must be bolted inside the hull to main frame in an easily accessible position (max 3kg of lead permitted).
Source :
http://www.arrowarafura.com/Arrow%20Restrictions%20-%20current.pdfWe have to compare apples to apples here. The proposed minimum weight for the F12's INCLUDES EVERYTHING NEEDED TO GO SAILING, as is THE standard in a formula class.
Basically, any F12 coming off the water with the water drained and the sand rubbed off must go past this limit when put directly onto the scales. The Arafure and Arrow have significantly different weight definations and will be significantly heavier in their ready-to-sail attire. Didn't we cover this several times before already, when are people going to pay attention ?
Additionally, the F12 was never started as a showcase of "modern engineering" remember. It is supposed to be a low-cost, good looking and generally available, but yet effective and performant, entry catamaran.
Wouter
