Wooden Toy Sailboat - 18 inch: T18 Racing Sloop

With over 17,000 boats sailing worldwide, the Tippecanoe T18 Racing Sloop is our most popular and fastest wooden toy sailboat. Designed for performance and built to last, the T18 is a favorite for families, collectors, and sailing enthusiasts alike.

High-Performance Sailing in Any Water

The T18 is engineered to sail beautifully in everything from a backyard swimming pool to the open sea. In a steady breeze, this high-speed toy sailboat can cross a mile-wide lake in under 30 minutes!

Its superior design allows for two ways to play:

• Open Water Exploration: Attach a light line (like a Boat Reel or fishing rod) to sail far out into the lake.

• Self-Sailing: Set the rudder hard over to watch the boat sail in elegant, consistent circles.

Master Craftsmanship & Premium Materials

Every T18 Racing Sloop is a work of art, featuring a solid Western Red Cedar hull and high-quality solid brass fittings. Each boat comes with numbered Ship’s Papers signed by Master Boat Builder and Designer, Will Lesh.

• Self-Righting Design: With nearly half the boat's weight located in the stainless steel keel and zinc ballast, the T18 is completely self-righting and impossible to capsize.

• All-Weather Performance: Powerful enough to catch the lightest breeze, yet stable enough to handle wind gusts up to 25 mph.

• Durable Construction: Built with nylon spinnaker cloth sails and marine-grade materials to ensure this heirloom-quality boat becomes a treasured family memory.

Available as a Finished Boat or a DIY Kit

Choose the experience that fits your lifestyle:

• Finished T18 Racing Sloop: Professionally assembled and finished with multiple coats of high-quality marine varnish. It arrives ready to sail right out of the box.

• T18 Sailboat Kit: A rewarding DIY project that can be assembled in about one hour. The kit includes all necessary parts and detailed instructions. While the Western Red Cedar hull is naturally rot-resistant, the kit allows you to add your own paint or varnish for a custom, personalized look.

The Perfect Introduction to Sailing

Whether you are looking for a unique gift for kids or a relaxing woodworking project, the T18 is a wonderful introduction to the sport of sailing. It’s more than a toy—it’s a functional piece of nautical decor and a gateway to a lifetime of outdoor fun.

For accessories for the T18 Racing Sloop, including stands and varnish, visit the T18 Racing Sloop Accessories page.