KW-17 / Vanishing Point

Doctrine: Low Visibility
Role: Close-Range Disappearance Platform
Status: Active Service

Description

Vanishing Point is a compact twin-fin platform engineered for immediate engagement and sustained lateral projection in confined beach-break terrain.
Forward-biased volume distribution, a flat deck blending into tuned rail edges, and a single concave under the chest generate early lift and accelerated entry relative to overall length, allowing the craft to access waves typically reserved for longer platforms.

Transition through controlled V in the fin cluster maintains directional release without destabilizing forward momentum. Field observations indicate a notable reduction in perceived drag once trimmed high on the face, with acceleration occurring quietly rather than explosively.

The precision fish tail enhances hold under load while preserving clean release through transitions, converting compact planing surface into sustained speed across short-period or collapsing sections. Twin stabilization favors projection over pivot, maintaining continuity where vertical approaches would otherwise stall progression.

Directional input remains immediate, yet the dominant behavior is fluid passage rather than aggressive correction—
as though the craft reduces its own footprint at speed.

Session data indicates increased wave capture, compressed reaction time, and sustained trim lines through sections previously considered transitional.

Configuration:

5’6”–5’8” compact fish platform
Twin fin
Single concave under chest → V through fins
Soft 60/40 rails forward → low down rail with defined tail edge
Flat deck blending into rail
Precision fish tail

Status: Active Service