J/22 vs J/92
How do the J/22 and J/92 compare? Below, their dimensions, displacement, sail area and the standard design ratios side by side, followed by a data-driven summary.
J/22 
J/92 | J/22 | J/92 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 22.5 ft6.86 m | 30.0 ft9.14 m |
| Waterline length | 19.0 ft5.79 m | 26.5 ft8.08 m |
| Beam | 8.0 ft2.44 m | 10.0 ft3.05 m |
| Draft | 3.8 ft1.16 m | 5.9 ft1.80 m |
| Displacement | 1,790 lb812 kg | 5,512 lb2,500 kg |
| Ballast | 700 lb318 kg | 2,275 lb1,032 kg |
| Sail area | 227 ft²21.1 m² | 470 ft²43.7 m² |
| SA / Displacement | 24.64 | 24.10 |
| Displacement / Length | 117 | 132 |
| Comfort ratio | 8.6 | 14.4 |
| Capsize screening | 2.64 | 2.27 |
| Hull speed (kn) | 5.8 | 6.9 |
J/22 vs J/92: the short version
- The J/92 is the larger boat at 30.0 ft9.14 m LOA versus 22.5 ft6.86 m for the J/22.
- The J/92 is heavier, displacing about 208% more, which usually means a steadier but slower-to-accelerate hull.
- On sail area/displacement the J/22 carries the more powerful rig (24.6 vs 24.1), favouring lighter-air performance.
- The J/92 scores higher on the Brewer comfort ratio, suggesting an easier motion in a seaway.
- By the capsize screening formula the J/92 rates better for offshore work (2.27 vs 2.64).
Ratios are guidelines computed from published specs; condition, layout and gear matter as much as the numbers.