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Old 02-22-2020, 05:58 PM   #7
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Default Re: Cargo capacity of a 260-ton schooner

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Originally Posted by Agemegos View Post
I don't know. It's just listed as "displacement: 258 tons", and indeed I'm starting to wonder whether that is displacement or burthen. It doesn't seem like much for a vessel that size.
I'm guessing if it's a lightweight sailing boat it might have a really low displacement - I guess you've already seen the Wikipedia page on Displacement with all the different types with reference to storing.

Might this help?:
http://www.kastenmarine.com/cargo_yacht_120.htm
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