Challenger Yachts Corp.
1969 - 1980
Founded by Howard D. Stern (1929-2005). Challenger Yachts was located at Wilmington CA. It was known for its high standards of construction and was said to be the first builder in the industry to offer an unconditional hull guarantee.
Sailboats Built By Challenger Yachts Corp.
(Dates indicate when boat was first built by any builder)
| Model | LOA | First Built |
|---|---|---|
| ACAPULCO 40 | 39.67 ft / 12.09 m | 1967 |
| ANACAPA 42 (CHALLENGER) | 41.50 ft / 12.65 m | 1972 |
| CHALLENGER 32 | 32.83 ft / 10.01 m | 1969 |
| CHALLENGER 35 (USA) | 35.67 ft / 10.87 m | 1968 |
| CHALLENGER 38 | 39.92 ft / 12.17 m | 1972 |
| CHALLENGER 41 | 41.00 ft / 12.50 m | 1977 |
| CHALLENGER 50 | 50.33 ft / 15.34 m | 1975 |
| CHALLENGER ANACAPA 42 | 42.92 ft / 13.08 m | 1974 |
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