Mercedes IV
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| Category | Placing |
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Profile
The latest in a dynasty of Mercedes boats owned, designed and raced by Ted Kaufman, Mercedes IV was in the 1975 Australian Admiral's Cup team and is campaigning for selection in the Southern Cross Cup team. Designed to rate two ton, she performs well in Australian waters. One of the favourites for a handicap win.
Competitor Details
| Yacht Name | Mercedes IV |
|---|---|
| Sail Number | KA 1313 |
| Owner | H. Ted Kaufman |
| Skipper | H. Ted Kaufman (10) |
| Navigator | H. Ted Kaufman (10) |
| Crew | Fraser Johnson (5), Peter Duffield (5), Lawson Abbott (2), Phil Wolf (1), Phil Edmonds (3), Nookie Bennetts (15), Michael Hesse (8). |
| State | NSW |
| Club | CYCA |
| Type | Two tonner |
| LOA | 12.93 |
| Beam | 3.84 |
| Draft | 1.98 |
| Rig Type | Sloop |
| Year Launched | 1974 |
| Designer | Ted Kaufman (NSW) |
| Builder | Cec Quilkey (NSW) |