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Coronado 25
Designer: Ed Edgar/Frank Butler  ·  Builder: Coronado Yachts (Usa)  ·  First built: 1966
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About the Coronado 25

Designed by the team of Ed Edgar and Frank Butler, this classic quarter-century sailboat represents solid American boatbuilding from the late 1960s and early 1970s. Coronado Yachts produced this fiberglass sloop from 1966 to 1975, creating a boat that became popular among weekend sailors and sailing schools alike. The Coronado 25's moderate proportions make it an ideal coastal cruiser and day sailor. With a fin keel and spade rudder configuration, it offers responsive handling while maintaining good stability through its substantial 2,150-pound ballast ratio. The masthead sloop rig provides 299 square feet of working sail area, delivering respectable performance without being overpowering for less experienced sailors. At 4,500 pounds displacement, this boat strikes a nice balance between manageable size and seaworthiness. The comfortable 20.23 comfort ratio indicates decent motion at sea, while the low 1.94 capsize screening value suggests good stability characteristics for coastal sailing. The design's 6-knot hull speed provides adequate performance for relaxed cruising. This boat suits sailors seeking a traditional, well-built platform for coastal exploration, sailing instruction, or casual racing. Its reputation for durability and forgiving handling characteristics has made it a popular choice in the used boat market for decades.

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$5,000 – $5,000
typical asking price · boat only
Median $5,000  ·  2 listings used
Boat only
$5,000 – $5,000 2
With trailer
$3,500 – $3,500 2
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  • Prices are based on recent asking prices from public listings — not actual sale prices, which are typically lower.
  • Condition is not factored in. A well-maintained boat with new sails and engine can be worth significantly more than a project boat of the same model.
  • Location affects price. Boats in landlocked states or areas with fewer buyers often sell for less than those on the coast.
  • Year of manufacture is not filtered. Older examples of this model will generally be priced lower than newer ones.
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Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 25.00 ft / 7.62 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 20.05 ft / 6.11 m
Beam 8.00 ft / 2.44 m
Max Draft 3.67 ft / 1.12 m
Displacement 4,500.00 lb / 2,041 kg
Ballast 2,150.00 lb / 975 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 299.00 ft² / 27.78 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Ed Edgar/Frank Butler
Builder Coronado Yachts (USA)
First Built 1966
Last Built 1975
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
 231
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
 17.6
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
 47.78
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
 249.24
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
 20.23
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
 1.94
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. 6.00 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
 2.28
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. 573.13 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. 18.06
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 31.50 ft / 9.60 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 9.00 ft / 2.74 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 27.75 ft / 8.46 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.90 ft / 3.63 m
SA Fore 141.75 ft² / 13.17 m²
SA Main 165.11 ft² / 15.34 m²
SA Total (100%) 306.86 ft² / 28.51 m²
Est. Forestay Length 32.76 ft / 9.99 m
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