The Melges 24 is a one-design racing keelboat. It was first built in 1993 by Melges Performance Sailboats, and remains in production. It has been a World Sailing international class in 1997. More than 900 boats had been completed by 2021.
It is raced in over 20 countries and the class world championships typically attract over 100 boats.
The boat may be fitted with a small outboard motor for docking and maneuvering. The motor is stored under the cockpit when not in use.