Back to Search
Bavaria 320
Designer: Axel Mohnhaupt  ·  Builder: Bavaria Yachts (Ger)  ·  First built: 1988
+ Add to Compare
About the Bavaria 320

Built by Bavaria Yachts from 1988 to 1994, this 33-footer represents the German builder's approach to practical coastal cruising during their formative years. Designer Axel Mohnhaupt created a well-balanced sailboat that emphasizes comfort and ease of handling over pure performance, making it an attractive option for weekend cruisers and small families. The Bavaria 320's moderate dimensions and fin keel with spade rudder configuration deliver predictable sailing characteristics, while the fractional sloop rig keeps sail handling manageable for short-handed crews. With a displacement of 8,158 pounds and ballast of 3,087 pounds, she offers reasonable stability without the excessive weight that can bog down smaller boats in light air. The boat's sail area-to-displacement ratio of 16.48 suggests adequate performance in moderate conditions, though she's clearly optimized for comfortable cruising rather than racing. Her comfort ratio of 18.65 indicates a motion that favors habitability over speed, while the capsize screening value of 2.09 places her in the coastal cruising category rather than offshore passage-making territory. This Bavaria makes an excellent choice for sailors seeking an affordable entry into European-built quality, particularly those planning coastal adventures and protected water sailing.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 33.42 ft / 10.19 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 27.83 ft / 8.48 m
Beam 10.50 ft / 3.20 m
Max Draft 4.50 ft / 1.37 m
Displacement 8,158.00 lb / 3,700 kg
Ballast 3,087.00 lb / 1,400 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 416.00 ft² / 38.65 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Axel Mohnhaupt
Builder Bavaria Yachts (GER)
First Built 1988
Last Built 1994
Related Sailboats ["X 342" · "Hunter 336" · "Cs 34" · "Parker 325" · "Hunter 335"]
Owner Reviews

No owner reviews yet — be the first to share your experience with this boat.

Known Issues & What to Watch For

No known issues documented for this model yet.

Own or have surveyed a Bavaria 320? Submit a known issue

Performance Ratios
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
 16.48
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
 168.96
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
 18.65
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
 2.09
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. 7.07 kn
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
 3.03
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. 1,044.12 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 16.5
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 37.45 ft / 11.41 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 9.67 ft / 2.95 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 37.75 ft / 11.51 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 12.47 ft / 3.80 m
SA Fore 181.07 ft² / 16.82 m²
SA Main 235.37 ft² / 21.87 m²
SA Total (100%) 416.44 ft² / 38.69 m²
Est. Forestay Length 38.68 ft / 11.79 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Volvo
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 18
Fuel Capacity 12 gals / 45 L
How It Compares

vs. Cs 34, Hunter 336, Parker 325

This boat Similar boats
Dimensions
LOA
Bavaria 320 ★
33.4 ft
Cs 34
33.5 ft
Hunter 336
33.5 ft
Parker 325
33.5 ft
LWL
Bavaria 320 ★
27.8 ft
Cs 34
27.7 ft
Hunter 336
28.6 ft
Parker 325
28.7 ft
Beam
Bavaria 320 ★
10.5 ft
Cs 34
11.3 ft
Hunter 336
11.7 ft
Parker 325
10.5 ft
Displacement
Bavaria 320 ★
8 lbs
Cs 34
10 lbs
Hunter 336
11 lbs
Parker 325
7 lbs
Ballast
Bavaria 320 ★
3 lbs
Cs 34
—
Hunter 336
4 lbs
Parker 325
2 lbs
Sail Area
Bavaria 320 ★
416 sq ft
Cs 34
—
Hunter 336
573 sq ft
Parker 325
—
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Bavaria 320 ★
—
Cs 34
132 s/nm
Hunter 336
162 s/nm
Parker 325
—
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Bavaria 320 ★
16.5
Cs 34
—
Hunter 336
18.6
Parker 325
—
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Bavaria 320 ★
37.8 %
Cs 34
—
Hunter 336
37.2 %
Parker 325
34.0 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Bavaria 320 ★
18.7
Cs 34
—
Hunter 336
21.5
Parker 325
—
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Bavaria 320 ★
2.09
Cs 34
—
Hunter 336
2.10
Parker 325
—
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Bavaria 320 ★
168
Cs 34
221
Hunter 336
210
Parker 325
147
Hull Speed
Bavaria 320 ★
7.1 kts
Cs 34
—
Hunter 336
7.2 kts
Parker 325
—
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Bavaria 320 ★
3.0
Cs 34
—
Hunter 336
2.8
Parker 325
—
Find a Bavaria 320 For Sale
Y YachtWorld Brokerage listings S Sailboat Listings Sailboats only C Craigslist National search F Facebook Marketplace Local listings B boats.com Global marketplace