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Bandholm 26
Designer: Knud Olsen  ·  Builder: Bandholm (Den)  ·  First built: 1963
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About the Bandholm 26

Danish craftsmanship meets practical sailing in this compact cruiser from the Bandholm yard. Built during an era when Scandinavian boatbuilders were establishing their reputation for solid construction and seaworthy designs, this 26-footer represents the kind of thoughtful engineering that made Danish sailboats highly regarded throughout Northern Europe. With limited technical specifications readily available, the Bandholm 26 appears to embody the classic Northern European approach to small yacht design—prioritizing seaworthiness and comfort over pure performance. The boat's proportions and design lineage suggest it was conceived primarily for coastal cruising, offering the kind of sturdy platform that inspires confidence in variable conditions typical of Scandinavian waters. Danish builders of this era were known for their attention to interior accommodation relative to overall length, and the Bandholm 26 likely follows this tradition with a practical cabin arrangement suitable for weekend getaways or extended coastal exploration. The boat's design characteristics would make it well-suited for sailors seeking a manageable vessel capable of handling both protected waters and moderate offshore conditions, representing the pragmatic Scandinavian approach to small boat cruising.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 26.64 ft / 8.12 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 21.65 ft / 6.60 m
Beam 7.71 ft / 2.35 m
Max Draft 4.43 ft / 1.35 m
Displacement 6,173.00 lb / 2,800 kg
Ballast 2,646.00 lb / 1,200 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG with wood
Designer Knud Olsen
Builder Bandholm (DEN)
First Built 1963
Number Built 130
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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
42.86
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
271.57
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. 3.58 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 42.86
P (Mainsail Luff) 271.57
E (Mainsail Foot) 596.43 pounds/inch
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