The P19 keel retracts vertically into the hull. The keel is raised and lowered by using a convenient winch, which is operated from the cockpit. This allows the skipper to adjust the keel position, without having to leave the helm making her a fully beach-able cruiser.
The P19 has closed cell foam flotation, fore and aft, and is unsinkable. Her high and dry self-bailing cockpit and great stability achieved by her hard chine are two of the P19's most impressive attributes.
With simple rigging, the P19 is one of the quickest boats to rig and launch in her size, the P19 can be rigged and launched in 45 minutes or less with no special skill or strength. A mast-raising system allows for one-person rigging if desired.
The roomy interior features four sleeping berths while at the same time providing seating for up to five persons. Storage is extensive with compartments under each berth, a forward chain locker, storage under the sink and stove (to port and starboard), and handy seat back bins. Her carefully laid out design utilizes the full length of the boat a terrific boat for those long weekends.
With the boat and trailer weighing in just under 1,000 kilos a normal family car can tow comfortably with out the need of a 4 x 4 vehicle. .
