37th America’s Cup
BARCELONA, OCTOBER 12-21

The AC75 class of “flying” boats continue to evolve, reducing weight and using the latest F1 innovations to gain the crucial advantage in the waves
  

AMERICA’S CUP CLASS AC75 BOAT

Technology
Upgraded electronics, hydraulics and software to reflect industry changes

Hull: Enhanced design built specially for expected sea and wind conditions in Barcelona

Hydrofoils
Two side foils and one on base of rudder. Foils are lighter with increased 4.5m span for quicker lift and faster flight

Bustle keel: Helps lift boat out of water and increases efficiency of sails when foiling

Side foils: Cantilevering arms with wings

Rudder foil: Provides lift at back of boat


Crew: 8 (down from 11)
Weight 6.5 tonnes
Beam: 5m
Mast height: 26.5m
Hull length: 20.7m


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Front view of hull

Dock configuration
Both foils down – maximum stability and minimum beam
             

Foil arm
Rudder foil

Stable sailing mode
Maximum stability in manoeuvres and difficult conditions


Leeward foil
Windward foil
            
Normal sailing mode
Leeward foil provides lift, windward foil provides stability


Sources: America’s Cup Event Ltd, INEOS Team UK, Stuff Ltd
Pictures: Newscom, Getty Images
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