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Alo 96
Designer: Finn Möller  ·  Builder: Alo Yachts (Nor)  ·  First built: 1982
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About the Alo 96

With extremely limited specifications available, the Alo 96 remains something of an enigma in the sailing world. This relative obscurity suggests it may be either a specialized design with limited production numbers or a regional builder's offering that didn't achieve widespread distribution. Based on the "96" designation, this sailboat likely falls into the smaller end of the sailing spectrum, potentially suitable for daysailing, weekend coastal cruising, or as a trainer for developing sailing skills. The Alo brand name itself isn't widely recognized among major sailboat manufacturers, which could indicate either a boutique builder focused on custom or semi-custom work, or perhaps a manufacturer that operated in specific regional markets. Without detailed specifications, potential buyers would need to conduct thorough on-site inspections to evaluate build quality, sail handling characteristics, and overall condition. The scarcity of available information also means finding parts, documentation, or experienced service providers could present challenges for ownership. For sailors considering an Alo 96, connecting with previous owners or specialized sailing forums might yield valuable insights into the boat's real-world performance, reliability, and any unique characteristics that set it apart from more mainstream alternatives in its size category.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 31.33 ft / 9.55 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 26.25 ft / 8.00 m
Beam 10.33 ft / 3.15 m
Max Draft 5.58 ft / 1.70 m
Displacement 9,480.00 lb / 4,300 kg
Ballast 3,968.00 lb / 1,800 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin Keel
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Finn Möller
Builder Alo Yachts (NOR)
First Built 1982
Last Built 1987
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Performance Ratios
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
41.86
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
233.98
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. 5.81 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 16.95
J (Foretriangle Base) 12.14 ft / 3.70 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 473.00 ft² / 43.94 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo Penta
Engine & Accommodations
Fuel Capacity 37 gals / 140 L
Water Capacity 66 gals / 250 L
How It Compares

vs. Dominant 95, Hunter 31, Tartan 31

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Dimensions
LOA
Alo 96 ★
31.3 ft
Dominant 95
31.2 ft
Hunter 31
31.3 ft
Tartan 31
31.3 ft
LWL
Alo 96 ★
26.3 ft
Dominant 95
26.3 ft
Hunter 31
26.3 ft
Tartan 31
26.0 ft
Beam
Alo 96 ★
10.3 ft
Dominant 95
9.2 ft
Hunter 31
10.9 ft
Tartan 31
10.9 ft
Displacement
Alo 96 ★
9 lbs
Dominant 95
6 lbs
Hunter 31
9 lbs
Tartan 31
9 lbs
Ballast
Alo 96 ★
3 lbs
Dominant 95
2 lbs
Hunter 31
4 lbs
Tartan 31
3 lbs
Sail Area
Alo 96 ★
Dominant 95
Hunter 31
458 sq ft
Tartan 31
506 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Alo 96 ★
Dominant 95
Hunter 31
183 s/nm
Tartan 31
159 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Alo 96 ★
Dominant 95
Hunter 31
16.2
Tartan 31
18.7
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Alo 96 ★
41.9 %
Dominant 95
44.8 %
Hunter 31
41.2 %
Tartan 31
43.2 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Alo 96 ★
Dominant 95
Hunter 31
22.4
Tartan 31
20.9
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Alo 96 ★
Dominant 95
Hunter 31
2.05
Tartan 31
2.10
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Alo 96 ★
233
Dominant 95
157
Hunter 31
239
Tartan 31
229
Hull Speed
Alo 96 ★
Dominant 95
Hunter 31
6.9 kts
Tartan 31
6.8 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Alo 96 ★
Dominant 95
Hunter 31
2.2
Tartan 31
2.6
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