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Cirrus 22 Westerly
Designer: John Butler  ·  Builder: Westerly Marine Ltd. (Uk)  ·  First built: 1968
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About the Cirrus 22 Westerly

Built by Westerly Marine, the Cirrus 22 represents the British builder's approach to compact coastal cruising during an era when affordable family sailing was gaining popularity. This small cruiser embodies the practical design philosophy that made Westerly a household name among UK sailors seeking reliable, seaworthy boats without breaking the bank. The Cirrus 22's modest dimensions make her ideally suited for day sailing, weekend coastal cruising, and serving as an excellent trainer for sailors developing their skills. Her size places her firmly in the trailer-sailer category, offering the flexibility of exploring different sailing grounds while maintaining reasonable running costs. The cockpit provides adequate space for a small crew, while the cabin arrangement maximizes the available interior volume typical of Westerly's space-efficient designs. Like other Westerly models from this period, the Cirrus 22 likely features solid fiberglass construction known for durability rather than cutting-edge performance. Her design priorities clearly favor stability, ease of handling, and practical accommodation over racing prowess. For sailors seeking an affordable entry into coastal cruising or a manageable boat for relaxed sailing adventures, the Cirrus 22 offers Westerly's reputation for building honest, unpretentious sailboats that deliver reliable service.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 22.00 ft / 6.71 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 19.00 ft / 5.79 m
Beam 8.00 ft / 2.44 m
Max Draft 3.50 ft / 1.07 m
Displacement 3,240.00 lb / 1,470 kg
Ballast 1,455.00 lb / 660 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer John Butler
Builder Westerly Marine Ltd. (UK)
First Built 1968
Last Built 1972
Number Built 398
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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
44.91
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
210.88
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. 3.26 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 17.07
J (Foretriangle Base) 8.67 ft / 2.64 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 233.00 ft² / 21.65 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo
Engine & Accommodations
Fuel Capacity 7 gals / 26 L
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