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Abbott 33

Designer: Jan Larsen/Abbott  ·  Builder: Abbott Boats  ·  First built: 1980
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About the Abbott 33

Seeking information about this Abbott 33 proves challenging, as comprehensive specifications remain elusive in the sailing community's collective knowledge base. This relative obscurity suggests the model may have had limited production numbers or represents a lesser-known builder's offering from an earlier era. Without detailed specifications available, potential buyers should approach this vessel with careful scrutiny and thorough professional survey. The 33-foot length typically indicates a boat capable of coastal cruising with reasonable accommodations for a small crew, though the specific design philosophy and construction quality of this particular Abbott model remains unclear. Given the limited documentation, prospective owners would benefit from connecting with sailing forums and yacht broker networks to uncover owner experiences and technical details. The scarcity of readily available information doesn't necessarily indicate poor design or construction, but rather highlights the importance of hands-on evaluation. Anyone considering an Abbott 33 should prioritize a comprehensive marine survey, engine inspection, and rigging assessment. The boat's suitability for intended sailing purposes—whether coastal day sailing, weekend cruising, or longer passages—can only be determined through direct examination and sea trial, making professional guidance particularly valuable for this lesser-documented model.

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$9,000 – $9,000
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$9,000 – $9,000 2
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Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 33.29 ft / 10.15 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 26.92 ft / 8.21 m
Beam 8.21 ft / 2.50 m
Max Draft 5.42 ft / 1.65 m
Displacement 6,057.00 lb / 2,747 kg
Ballast 3,304.00 lb / 1,499 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 432.00 ft² / 40.13 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Jan Larsen/Abbott
Builder Abbott Boats
First Built 1980
Related Sailboats J/33 · Frers 33 · Tartan 10 · Dehler 34 · Grand Soleil 34 Finot
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
126
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
20.86
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
19.65
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
1.8
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 6.95
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
4.1
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 789.7
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 36.0
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.5
P (Mainsail Luff) 38.55
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.65
SA Fore 207.0
SA Main 224.55
How It Compares

vs. Dehler 34, Frers 33, Grand Soleil 34 Finot, J/33, Tartan 10

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Dimensions
LOA
Abbott 33 ★
33.3 ft
Dehler 34
33.1 ft
Frers 33
33.3 ft
Grand Soleil 34 Finot
33.4 ft
J/33
33.3 ft
Tartan 10
33.1 ft
LWL
Abbott 33 ★
26.9 ft
Dehler 34
27.2 ft
Frers 33
26.5 ft
Grand Soleil 34 Finot
27.0 ft
J/33
27.9 ft
Tartan 10
27.0 ft
Beam
Abbott 33 ★
8.2 ft
Dehler 34
11.2 ft
Frers 33
11.3 ft
Grand Soleil 34 Finot
11.3 ft
J/33
11.4 ft
Tartan 10
9.3 ft
Displacement
Abbott 33 ★
6 lbs
Dehler 34
8 lbs
Frers 33
9 lbs
Grand Soleil 34 Finot
9 lbs
J/33
9 lbs
Tartan 10
6 lbs
Ballast
Abbott 33 ★
3 lbs
Dehler 34
3 lbs
Frers 33
4 lbs
Grand Soleil 34 Finot
3 lbs
J/33
3 lbs
Tartan 10
3 lbs
Sail Area
Abbott 33 ★
432 sq ft
Dehler 34
492 sq ft
Frers 33
557 sq ft
Grand Soleil 34 Finot
J/33
530 sq ft
Tartan 10
486 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Abbott 33 ★
126 s/nm
Dehler 34
132 s/nm
Frers 33
108 s/nm
Grand Soleil 34 Finot
J/33
84 s/nm
Tartan 10
126 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Abbott 33 ★
20.9
Dehler 34
18.5
Frers 33
20.7
Grand Soleil 34 Finot
J/33
20.7
Tartan 10
22.0
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Abbott 33 ★
Dehler 34
45.0 %
Frers 33
44.4 %
Grand Soleil 34 Finot
35.6 %
J/33
41.1 %
Tartan 10
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Abbott 33 ★
19.7
Dehler 34
18.9
Frers 33
19.4
Grand Soleil 34 Finot
J/33
26.2
Tartan 10
18.5
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Abbott 33 ★
1.80
Dehler 34
2.16
Frers 33
2.17
Grand Soleil 34 Finot
J/33
1.67
Tartan 10
1.97
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Abbott 33 ★
Dehler 34
194
Frers 33
215
Grand Soleil 34 Finot
224
J/33
121
Tartan 10
Hull Speed
Abbott 33 ★
7.0 kts
Dehler 34
7.0 kts
Frers 33
6.9 kts
Grand Soleil 34 Finot
J/33
8.1 kts
Tartan 10
7.0 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Abbott 33 ★
4.1
Dehler 34
2.9
Frers 33
2.9
Grand Soleil 34 Finot
J/33
Tartan 10
4.0
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