Finally there is a racer/cruiser with speed to burn and two luxurious staterooms for great cruising. There's no secret to the C&C 121's speed. The masthead rig spreads an impressive 846 square feet of working sail, which works out to a zippy sail area-to-displacement ratio of 23.2. To turn sail area into speed, choose from an array of keel options the 8-foot Deep Fin, 6-foot, 6-inch Standard Fin, or 4-foot Shoal Draft Bulb. Harken winches, blocks, and deck hardware is sited in all the right places and when you're at the helm, you'll appreciate the responsiveness of the Lewmar rack-and-pinion steering and that the self-tailing primary winches are within easy reach.
Down below, don't be too surprised that the interior appointments of the C&C 121 strike you as a lot more luxurious than you'd expected. The varnished cherry joinerwork, teak-and-holly cabin sole, designer fabrics, 6-foot, 4-inch headroom, solid-surface countertops, and seven opening deck hatches are just a part of what makes the C&C 121 interior a success. On the mechanical side, we've devoted a lot of attention to reducing engine noise and vibration by installing a quiet, smooth-running Volvo Saildrive with a geared prop there's no stuffing box to leak, misaligned prop shaft to rattle, or sketchy performance in reverse.
The construction technology, design, and top-level hardware above and below deck are key to the 121's success. So too is passion. C&C 121 owners tell us that their boat continues to sizzle long after they've taken delivery. She goes fast on the water, looks great at the dock, and cruises in style and speed. With a repertoire like that, everybody grins.
Draft: 6 ft. 6 in.
Beam: 13 ft. 1 in.
Displacement: 14600
Fuel tank capacity: 35
Water tank capacity: 80
Standard features:
Hull
Hull construction is a vacuum-bagged, wet-preg epoxy, unidirectional "E" glass, and CoreCell core laminate locally reinforced with carbon fiber. The hull is postcured to 145 degrees
The incredible adhesion properties of epoxy eliminates all chopped strand mat from the structural hull laminate schedule. Chopped strand mat is the cheapest, heaviest, and weakest component that dominates conventional polyester hull construction
Pound-for-pound a post-cured epoxy resin laminate is far stronger than any polyester resin laminate
The oven post-curing process maximizes the physical properties of the laminate and minimizes future post-cure cosmetic blemishes characteristically seen in conventional polyester laminates
Hull cosmetics are also enhanced by the extremely low shrinkage of epoxy resin vs. polyester resin (1% vs 7%) and the reduction in overall resin content thus eliminating or reducing post-cure hull distortions found in conventional polyester laminates
The vacuum-bagging process and strict resin control through use of resin impregnators produces a hull laminate with 65% glass reinforcement content. The industry norm for polyester resin hull laminates is 25% glass content, this produces a stronger yet lighter hull
CoreCell closed cell linear polymer foam coring is used for maximum impact resistance, stiffness, strength, and light weight. The cored hull also offers superior hull insulating properties, both thermal and acoustical
The laminate in the keel area is reinforced with multiple plies of high-tensile carbon-fiber unidirectional reinforcements
Premium grade gelcoat provides superior gloss, fade resistance, and resistance to surface crazing
Interior is completely painted out for enhanced cosmetics and to seal interior laminate surfaces
Hull is backed by industry-leading, non-prorated, transferable 15-year no blister, hull structure warranty
Deck
Deck is a balanced composite laminate utilizing vinylester resin, uni-directional "E"-glass reinforcement, and high strength/stiffness Baltek premium AL 600 balsa coring
Our custom resin infusion process creates the best resin to glass reinforcement ratio possible resulting in the stiffest, lightest, strongest deck in production boatbuilding
Deck is locally reinforced at high load areas with additional plies of bi-directional "E"-glass reinforcement
White, light gray, or white/sandstone and white/gray two-tone decks with patterned non-skid are available
Premium grade gelcoat provides superior gloss, resistance to fading, and resistance to crazing
Deck coring windows are located at all hardware installations to maintain the watertight integrity of the deck coring
Molded in aluminum backing plates on all highly loaded deck hardware
Hull to deck joint is secured with 1/4-20 stainless machine screws installed on 4" centers through the full-length 6061 T6 aluminum backing plate imbedded in the hull flange. This method exceeds the recommended installation requirements of the ABS scantling for offshore sailing yachts.
Hull to deck joint is sealed with 3M 5200 adhesive sealant
Composite light RTM match-molded deck locker hatches assure strict thickness controls allowing accurate gasket seal of cockpit openings. Conventional construction uses single-sided moldings with painted raw fiberglass underside.
Double lifeline gate at transom
Instrument pod integrated onto coach roof with convenient wire chase for instrument installations or additions
Keel/Ballast
5,500 lb. State-of-the-art, high-lift fin design
39% ballast/displacement ratio
Keel design features extremely low center-of-gravity (CG) bulb-design that produces overall VCG below designed waterline for extraordinary stability, safety, and sail-carrying ability
Keel attached to hull with stainless steel bolts
Epoxy-coated antimonial lead provides maximum stability
Rudder
Elliptical, foam-cored rudder blade with uni-directional E-glass skins
NASA high lift, low drag rudder section for maximum control and performance
Rack & Pinion steering system with 48-inch Commodore wheel offering excellent visibility both under sail and under power
Oversize 304 stainless steel rudder post
Emergency tiller supplied
Interior
Structural fiberglass longitudinal and athwartship grid bonded to hull and deck, utilizing high-strength epoxy adhesives and Plexus methylmethacrylate adhesives providing superior structural bonding of key components vs. conventional production construction techniques.
Aerospace adhesive technology used in the attachment of internal furnishings to further stiffen the overall structure
Bulkheads and risers are pressure laminate or cherry-faced plywood
Ventilated, solid-stock varnished cherry panel locker doors with push button latch sets provide fixed latching for security in a seaway
Varnished cherry drop-leaf main cabin table to take up minimum interior space when not in use
Ventilated panel varnished cherry passage doors with high quality locking latch hardware. Doors are mounted in laminated cherry door frames
Light weight composite construction utilized in lockers and cabinets
Curved laminated cherry locker and cabinet trim
Cabinets and trim are varnished cherry
Cherry hull trim in forward cabin
Lockers and cabinets are finished throughout and do not show raw fiberglass, plumbing, electrical runs or raw plywood edges
Cabin sole is varnished teak and holly with bilge maintenance access lift out with lift ring
Low maintenance FRP overhead
A selection of designer fabrics optimized for the marine environment is available for interior upholstery
Varnished cherry interior house side trim doubles as a full-length hand hold
Companionway handholds
Angled and teak companionway steps offer non-slip surface and security in a seaway
Two-color interior gelcoat finish, cabins in sandstone, head and overhead in bright white
Ventilation/Fixed Portlights
Forward stateroom: (1) 24ï X 24 deck hatch, (1) 12 x 17 deck hatch
Aft stateroom: (1) 10 x 10 deck hatch, portlight, optional cockpit opening port available
Head: (1) 10 x 10 deck hatch, optional cockpit opening portlight, fixed portlight
Main cabin: (1) 12 x 17 deck hatch; (2) 10 x 10 deck hatches, companionway hatch, fixed portlights port and starboard
Engine/Electrical
State-of-the-art 38 HP diesel saildrive with geared folding prop provides maximum horsepower to the prop and unmatched smoothness. No leaky stuffing box, engine intake thru-hull, shaft alignment or poor reverse performance
Single lever, pedestal-mounted engine control
Superior engine access through hinge-up companionway steps and aft cabin removable engine compartment box
35-gallon (132 l)fuel capacity in custom-built aluminum tank with remote gauge located in nav station
Racor fuel filter
White interior cabin dome lights and berth directional lights
USCG approved navigation lights
Electric sump pump with automatic float switch
Electric bilge pump with automatic float switch and manual override
Tinned copper wiring used throughout
12 Volt DC metered panel, with extensive spare breakers for future electrical installations
110 Volt AC shore power with distribution panel installed per ABYC recommended practices
110 VAC outlets in all cabins, GFI protected
50-foot shore power cord
30-amp battery charger
(2) 105-amp batteries with selector switch
Wiring is enclosed in PVC wiring conduits with additional conduit in place for future installations
All wiring is properly chafe protected where it passes through cabinetry, bulkheads, and interior liners
Bare copper bonding system includes, rigging, fuel tank and deck fitting, engine, and keel
Galley
3-Burner gimballed propane stove with oven
Remote sniffer and LPG shut off
9" deep stainless steel, double galley sinks and Granicote solid surface countertops
Storage under galley sink through ventilated varnished cherry door
Molded icebox with Granicote solid surface countertop. Four inches of insulation
Hot and cold pressure water with easy service access to pump and plumbing
Freshwater plumbing features polyethylene tubing and Whale mechanical fittings
All below-water hose connections are double-clamped for added security
Premium marine grade hoses throughout
Extensive lockers and shelves
80-gallons (302.83 l) freshwater in custom-built aluminum tanks, two-tank system with selection manifold
Forespar marelon thru-hull fittings throughout, UL approved and corrosion free
12V DC refrigeration with a partition plate
6 gallon (27.7 l) stainless steel water heater, operates on 110 VAC on engine near exchanger
Head
Marine head with 20-gallon (75.71 l)holding tank with deck pump out
Marine premium grade sanitation hoses with low odor permeability
Separate shower stall with plexiglass enclosures and molded seat
Shower in head with drain to sump and automatic pump
Pull-out premium grade head faucet for shower
Molded Granicote solid surface sink and countertops
Ample storage in upper vanity and sink locker through low-maintenance ventilated access doors
Accomodations
Forward cabin with lockers, hanging locker and shelved storage
Hinge-up under V-berth storage
Over-length V-berth for added comfort set low for easy access
Bunk-length main cabin settees fitted with contoured cushions
Water resistant storage in main cabin seatbacks accessed through gasketed doors
Furniture-grade bunk cushions
Main cabin has cherry cabinets throughout
6' 4" (1.93 m) headroom in main cabin
Full navigation station, finished in varnished cherry
Navigation locker with storage space for extensive electronic installations
Aft double berth
Storage below aft double berth
On-deck LPG storage well
Helm seat storage
Large cockpit lazarette on starboard
Spars
Mast:
Novis Composites carbon-fiber mast for greater strength and stiffness, lower weight, increased safety margin, and improved performance
Black Awlgrip-coated double-spreader design
Tapered mast section for reduced weight aloft
Tapered airfoil swept-back spreaders eliminate need for running backstays
Custom aluminum masthead includes sheaves for 2 headsail halyards, 2 main halyards and a crane for two spinnaker halyards
1 x 19 Stainless steel wire rigging with forged turnbuckles, upper shrouds lowstretch dyform wire
Internal halyards
Mast-to-deck turnbuckle to carry running rigging loads
Custom stainless steel chain plate system ties to extensive internal FRP structure and hull
Masthead anchor light
Steaming light with foredeck illuminator
VHF wiring for masthead antenna
Spartite mast-sealing and chock system
Roller-furling with furling line led aft to cockpit
Below deck stainless steel stem tang to allow low mount furling drum to maximize headsail luff
Boom:
Super durable black powder-coated aluminum boom
Single-line slab reefing led aft, one line for tack and clew
Internal 4:1 outhaul led aft to housetop winch and stopper
(3) Sheave outboard boom-end custom welded fabrication
(3) Sheave inboard boom-end custom welded fabrication
2-part boom topping lift
Solid boom vang with control line led aft to cabin top
Running Rigging
(1) Low stretch genoa halyard
(1) Low stretch main halyard
(2) Dacron genoa sheets
(1) Dacron mainsheet
(2) Traveler taglines
(2) Adjustable genoa track taglines led to cockpit
Deck Hardware
(2) Harken 53.2 Self-tailing primary winches
(2) Harken 44.2 Self-tailing cabin top winches
Deck organizers on cabin top to accommodate 10 aft sail control leads, lead to individual rope clutches
Custom-fabricated, highly-polished stainless steel stem plate with integral mooring line chocks
Bow and stern mooring cleats
24-inch tall double stainless steel bow and stern rails
24-inch tall stainless steel stanchions with double lifelines
C&C custom stainless steel stanchion bases designed for maximum strength and to provide maximum on-deck passage area
Boarding gates port and starboard with pelican hooks
Double transom boarding gate with pelican hooks
Molded foredeck anchor locker with overboard drain
C&C custom black-anodized aluminum toerails
Harken ball-bearing adjustable genoa tracks and cars with adjustment lines led to cockpit
(2) Winch handles
Harken mainsheet traveler with tagline adjustment
Custom-fabricated stainless steel mast collar with stainless halyard organizer plates
Harken deck turning blocks for aft-led halyards
On-deck drains to waterline outlet
All Harken deck running gear for low friction and ease of use
Lewmar Ocean Series size 60 aluminum foredeck hatch with fly screen
(2) Lewmar Ocean Series size 30 aluminum main cabin vent hatch with fly screen and one in V-berth
(2) Lewmar size 10 vent hatch with fly screen
Large Lexan sliding companionway hatch on aluminum and delrin glides offers light and ventilation to cabin
Marine grade polymer lockable companionway hatch board.
Cabin top stainless steel handrails
Manual bilge pump mounted in cockpit
Offshore-ready, match-molded, gasketed cockpit hatch
Molded companionway seahood with instrument pod
