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Cirrus 78 Albin
Designer: Peter Norlin  ·  Builder: Albin Marine  ·  First built: 1979
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About the Cirrus 78 Albin

Built during Albin Marine's notable production era, this Swedish-designed sailboat represents the craftsmanship and attention to detail that characterized the builder's approach to recreational sailing vessels. Albin Marine, known for their sturdy construction methods and practical layouts, created the Cirrus 78 as part of their broader lineup targeting cruising sailors who valued reliability and seaworthiness. The design reflects typical Scandinavian sailing philosophy, emphasizing robust construction and sensible accommodations over pure performance. This makes the boat well-suited for coastal cruising and weekend sailing, where comfort and dependability take precedence over racing credentials. The Albin heritage suggests a focus on family-friendly features and manageable sail handling systems. While detailed specifications remain limited, the Cirrus 78 likely incorporates the builder's characteristic solid fiberglass construction and thoughtful interior arrangements. Albin's reputation for creating boats that handle well in various conditions suggests this model would appeal to sailors seeking a trustworthy platform for exploring coastal waters and enjoying relaxed sailing adventures. The Swedish pedigree implies careful attention to build quality and practical seamanship considerations throughout the design process.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 25.59 ft / 7.80 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 21.82 ft / 6.65 m
Beam 9.06 ft / 2.76 m
Max Draft 4.89 ft / 1.49 m
Displacement 5,181.00 lb / 2,350 kg
Ballast 2,094.00 lb / 950 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 248.00 ft² / 23.04 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Peter Norlin
Builder Albin Marine
First Built 1979
Last Built 1984
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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
13.29
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
18.52
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
2.1
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. 6.26
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
2.23
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. 706.37
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 30.51
J (Foretriangle Base) 9.35
P (Mainsail Luff) 31.17
E (Mainsail Foot) 8.86
SA Fore 142.63
SA Main 138.08
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