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Dehler 22
Designer: E. G. Van De Stadt  ·  Builder: Dehler (Deu)  ·  First built: 1983
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About the Dehler 22

Compact yet capable, this small sailboat represents Dehler's approach to entry-level sailing without compromising their reputation for quality construction. Built by the respected German shipyard known for their racing heritage and attention to detail, the Dehler 22 serves as an accessible gateway into the brand's sailing philosophy. Despite limited available specifications, this boat's size category suggests it's ideally suited for coastal sailing, day sailing adventures, and perhaps weekend cruising in protected waters. The Dehler pedigree typically means sailors can expect responsive handling characteristics and a well-balanced helm, traits the company has cultivated across their entire range from small boats to offshore racers. The 22-foot length makes this boat particularly appealing to sailors seeking manageable size for single-handed sailing or small crew operations. Marina costs remain reasonable, while trailering remains feasible for those wanting to explore different sailing venues. Given Dehler's German engineering standards, owners can anticipate solid build quality with attention to hardware and rigging details. This model likely attracts sailors who appreciate European design sensibilities and want a boat that delivers engaging sailing performance in a compact, practical package suitable for learning advanced sailing skills or simply enjoying weekend escapes on the water.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 21.65 ft / 6.60 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 18.05 ft / 5.50 m
Beam 7.87 ft / 2.40 m
Max Draft 1.30 ft / 0.40 m
Displacement 1,980.00 lb / 898 kg
Ballast 880.00 lb / 399 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Lifting Keel
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer E. G. van de Stadt
Builder Dehler (DEU)
First Built 1983
Related Sailboats Dehlya 22 · Etap 22 · Cs 22 · Oday 22 · Freedom 21
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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
228
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
44.44
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
150.31
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. 3.04 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 21.36
J (Foretriangle Base) 7.00 ft / 2.13 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 210.00 ft² / 19.51 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 150.31
How It Compares

vs. Cs 22, Dehlya 22, Etap 22, Freedom 21, Oday 22

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Dimensions
LOA
Dehler 22 ★
21.7 ft
Cs 22
21.6 ft
Dehlya 22
21.7 ft
Etap 22
21.7 ft
Freedom 21
21.7 ft
Oday 22
21.7 ft
LWL
Dehler 22 ★
18.1 ft
Cs 22
17.5 ft
Dehlya 22
18.1 ft
Etap 22
18.7 ft
Freedom 21
17.5 ft
Oday 22
18.9 ft
Beam
Dehler 22 ★
7.9 ft
Cs 22
8.0 ft
Dehlya 22
7.9 ft
Etap 22
7.9 ft
Freedom 21
8.0 ft
Oday 22
7.2 ft
Displacement
Dehler 22 ★
1 lbs
Cs 22
2 lbs
Dehlya 22
1 lbs
Etap 22
2 lbs
Freedom 21
2 lbs
Oday 22
2 lbs
Ballast
Dehler 22 ★
880 lbs
Cs 22
1 lbs
Dehlya 22
880 lbs
Etap 22
1 lbs
Freedom 21
500 lbs
Oday 22
800 lbs
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Dehler 22 ★
228 s/nm
Cs 22
249 s/nm
Dehlya 22
Etap 22
Freedom 21
246 s/nm
Oday 22
285 s/nm
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Dehler 22 ★
44.4 %
Cs 22
50.0 %
Dehlya 22
44.4 %
Etap 22
44.0 %
Freedom 21
25.0 %
Oday 22
36.7 %
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Dehler 22 ★
150
Cs 22
183
Dehlya 22
150
Etap 22
188
Freedom 21
166
Oday 22
143
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