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Alpha
Designer: E.g.van De Stadt  ·  Builder: Esslinger + Abt (Germany)  ·  First built: 1971
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About the Alpha

With limited technical specifications available, the Alpha sailboat represents one of the more elusive designs in the sailing world, making research challenging for prospective buyers. This scarcity of detailed information suggests the Alpha may have had a limited production run or represents a lesser-known builder's offering from an earlier era. Despite the lack of comprehensive data, the Alpha name has appeared in various sailing contexts over the decades, indicating it likely served as a capable recreational sailing vessel. Without specific measurements or design details, potential buyers should approach this boat with careful consideration and thorough inspection of any individual vessel. The limited documentation available makes it difficult to determine the Alpha's optimal sailing applications, whether coastal cruising, club racing, or offshore passages. Prospective owners would benefit from connecting with sailing communities and forums where Alpha owners might share their experiences and insights about the boat's handling characteristics and seaworthiness. Given the sparse specifications, anyone considering an Alpha should prioritize a comprehensive marine survey and seek out other owners who can provide real-world performance feedback before making a purchase decision.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 31.66 ft / 9.65 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.95 ft / 7.30 m
Beam 9.84 ft / 3.00 m
Max Draft 4.92 ft / 1.50 m
Displacement 8,157.10 lb / 3,700 kg
Ballast 3,086.47 lb / 1,400 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction GRP
Designer E.G.van de Stadt
Builder Esslinger + Abt (Germany)
First Built 1971
Last Built 1988
Number Built 77
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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
37.84
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
265.08
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. 5.05 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 15.75
P (Mainsail Luff) 397.62 ft² / 36.94 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo Penta
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 16
Fuel Capacity 13 gals / 50 L
Water Capacity 48 gals / 180 L
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