This system makes it possible to have a very lightweight boat for powering and trailering and the heavy stability necessary for safe sailing.

Macgregor 26 ballast system. These could be used to transfer a lot of weight quickly and safely from side to side so that using water as ballast vs lead carried deep could become an asset not a compromise. It has since been widely copied and is now the standard throughout the trailerable sailboat industry. Weight in centerboard gives.

The M26x was a direct competitor to a planned TP26. Good luck and if you need anything else just holler. WHEN THE BALLAST TANK IS FULL.

Ballast Water Management System Purimar Republic of Korea Techwin Eco Co Ltd. It has since been widely copied and is now the standard throughout the trailerable sailboat industry. Connect the boom to the mast 15.

Differences in MacGregor 26 Models. Returning the boat to its trailer 14. Underneath the step down into the cabin shown in Photo 27 you will find a vent plug and the water ballast tank filling valve.

The invention was ingenious. Fifteen years ago the MacGregor 26X went into production marking a radical change with its water ballast system. With the MacGregor there is a lot of margin between its weight and either the 5000 lb limit or its trailer capacity.

Unless the water ballast tank is completely full with 1200. The water ballast system emptys in just minutes for transporting on the trailer. 1 October 2010 MEPC 61 27 Kuraray Ballast Water Management.