The RL 24 is a popular, 24 ft long Australian

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. The RL 24 was designed by Rob Legg. 628 boats were built in

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, mostly by Rob Legg Yachts Pty Ltd from 1972 to 1988, with 12 being built in

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. An additional 500 boats were also built under licence in

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. The RL 24 was designed to offer good performance with ease of launching and rigging for a sailing family. It sleeps 4 and has an internal toilet. The design also featured a motor well on the stern. The RL 24 was built in four versions. *MkI with 100 produced *MkII built from 1976 with upgraded hull finish and heavier centre board. *MkIII built from 1980 with increased cabin height and interior alterations. *MkIV an improved racing version. As at 2019, there was an active RL 24 Association with annual national titles held in various locations around Australia. 2019 saw the 46th National Rob Legg Titles held at the

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. Rob Legg attended the event, celebrating his 90th birthday and died the following month.

References

External links

RL 24 Owners AssociationRL 24 class rules
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