Caballero: A 19 ft Cabin Cruiser Plan With Galley and Head
Charles M. Ungerbuehler's 19 ft cruiser that sleeps two, with galley, icebox and head, running 17–27 mph on outboards.
Caballero is a small cruiser with grown-up comforts. At 19 ft (5.79 m) with a 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) beam, it sleeps two and fits in a galley, an icebox and a head. The hull has a flared bow, maximum deadrise and a constant-section afterbody, all aimed at a smooth, dry ride. One or two 25 hp outboards push it along at 17–27 mph. It is ideal for couples who want genuine weekends afloat without stepping up to a big boat.
Caballero at a glance
| Detail | Caballero |
|---|---|
| Type | Cabin cruiser |
| Length | 19 ft (5.79 m) |
| Beam | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) |
| Capacity | Sleeps 2; galley, icebox and head |
| Construction | Flared bow, maximum deadrise, constant-section afterbody |
| Power | One or two 25 hp outboards; 17–27 mph |
| Designer | Charles M. Ungerbuehler |
| First published | Mechanix Illustrated, p. 70 |
| Plan sheets | 10 |
Comfort that travels
Maximum deadrise means a deep V forward that cuts through waves, while the flared bow throws spray aside. Together they make for a drier, softer ride, which is exactly what you want when the destination is a distant cove rather than a quick lap of the lake.
A constant-section afterbody keeps the planing surface consistent, helping the boat run level and efficiently. Having a galley, icebox and head aboard turns day trips into proper mini-holidays, and the choice of one or two outboards lets you balance cost against speed. A 6 ft 6 in beam gives the cabin and cockpit enough room to feel comfortable for two.
The original plan sheets
These are the 10 original sheets, scanned from the magazine. For building, use the full-size PDF in the download section below.
Who designed it
Charles M. Ungerbuehler designed Caballero for Mechanix Illustrated, page 70. The design packs features usually found on larger cruisers into a 19 ft hull, drawn with a strong focus on ride comfort.
Before you build
- Use one or two 25 hp outboards as the plan specifies, and reinforce the transom accordingly if you choose twins.
- Ventilate the galley and head well, and fit a proper holding arrangement for the head.
- Keep heavy items low and centred so the deep-V hull stays balanced at speed.
Download the plan
Caballero's ten original sheets in one file, ready to print at full scale or follow on a tablet in the workshop.
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