Micro 18′ Cruiser

Description

Micro 18 Dinghy Plans – Fast, Lightweight & Easy for Amateur Builders

The Micro 18 is a thrilling project for home boatbuilders who want a compact yet high-performance sailing dinghy. With a multi-chine hull and pre-shaped bottom, hog, and bulkheads, construction is fast, straightforward, and very accessible—even for those with limited boatbuilding experience.

Designed using the latest low waterline beam and planing techniques, the Micro 18 offers impressive performance on the water. Despite her sporty design, she provides 3/4 berths and sitting headroom, making her ideal for overnight trips or weekend adventures.

The keel lifts vertically using a winch and tackle system. It’s made of mild steel with a lead bulb, combining stability with easy trailering. Plans also include sail construction guidance for amateur sailmakers, allowing you to build a complete, ready-to-sail boat.

Whether you’re a weekend sailor or an ambitious amateur builder, the Micro 18 plans deliver a fun, fast, and practical dinghy that’s easy to build and enjoyable to sail.

✅ Key Features:

• Multi-chine hull with pre-shaped bottom, hog, and bulkheads

• 3/4 berths with sitting headroom for short cruises

• Low waterline beam and planing design for speed and stability

• Vertical lifting keel with mild steel and lead bulb

• Includes amateur sailmaker instructions

• Ideal for home construction, trailering, and compact storage

Micro 18 Specifications

Description	Imperial	Metric
LOA	18'	5.49m
Beam	8'	2.44m
Hull Mid Depth	3'6"	1.07m
Draft	3'6"	1.07m
Sail Area	199 sq.ft	18.5 sq.m
Estimated Dry weight	1300 lbs	590 kg
Ballast	315 lbs	143kg
Engine
Head Room	4'5"	1.35m
Berths	3
Hull Shape	Narrow flat bottom with 3 planks per side
Construction method	Ply over frame and strip planking
Plywood requirements	14 x 6mm sheet 4 x 9mm sheet 1 x 12mm sheets 2 x 3mm sheets 2 x 4mm sheets
Drawing/ Design Package	12 x A1 drawings
Guidance usage	Estuary, coastal, cross channel
Additions and alterations included with the plans