Volvo Open 70
Ship class
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The Volvo Open 70 is the former class of racing yachts designed for the Volvo Ocean Race. It was first used in the 2005–06 race.
According to the VO70 rule, the yachts can be made from glass fibres, aramid fibres, or carbon fibres. Wikipedia
Beam: 5.7 m (19 ft)
Design: Development class
Jib/genoa area: 94 m2 (1,010 sq ft)