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Alerion Express 33
 ·  Builder: Alerion Yachts Inc, (Usa)  ·  First built: 1996
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About the Alerion Express 33

Built by Alerion Yachts, this 33-foot sloop represents the company's commitment to combining traditional New England yacht design with modern sailing performance. The Express 33 carries forward Alerion's distinctive aesthetic, featuring clean lines, a moderate beam, and the elegant proportions that have made the brand recognizable in harbors from Maine to the Caribbean. Designed primarily for coastal cruising and daysailing, this boat appeals to sailors who appreciate refined craftsmanship without sacrificing sailing ability. The Express 33 typically features a well-balanced sail plan that makes it manageable for couples or small crews, while still providing enough power for spirited sailing in moderate conditions. Alerion's reputation for quality construction and attention to detail extends throughout this model, with carefully finished joinerwork and thoughtful deck layouts that prioritize both functionality and aesthetics. The cockpit design emphasizes comfort during extended sailing sessions, while the cabin provides adequate accommodations for weekend getaways or longer coastal passages. This boat suits sailors who value traditional yacht design principles merged with contemporary sailing performance, making it particularly appealing to those seeking a sophisticated platform for exploring coastal waters with style and reliability.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 33.00 ft / 10.06 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 26.33 ft / 8.03 m
Beam 9.25 ft / 2.82 m
Max Draft 5.00 ft / 1.52 m
Displacement 8,700.00 lb / 3,946 kg
Ballast 3,300.00 lb / 1,497 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Builder Alerion Yachts Inc, (USA)
First Built 1996
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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
 120
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
 37.93
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
 212.77
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. 5.22 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 18.78
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.39 ft / 3.47 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 495.00 ft² / 45.99 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo Penta
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