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Dufour Safari 27
Designer: Michel Dufour  ·  Builder: Michel Dufour (Fra)  ·  First built: 1969
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About the Dufour Safari 27

French boatbuilder Dufour introduced the Safari 27 as part of their accessible cruising line, designed to offer coastal sailing enthusiasts a well-built platform for weekend adventures and day sailing. This compact cruiser embodies Dufour's philosophy of creating boats that balance performance with comfort, making sailing approachable for families and newer sailors. Built with Dufour's reputation for solid fiberglass construction, the Safari 27 features a moderate displacement hull that provides stability and predictable handling in typical coastal conditions. The cockpit layout prioritizes ease of handling, with sail controls positioned for single-handed operation when needed. Below decks, the interior makes efficient use of the available space, providing basic amenities for overnight cruising while maintaining an open, uncluttered feel. This model suits sailors seeking a reliable coastal cruiser for protected waters and near-shore sailing. The Safari 27's manageable size makes it particularly appealing for those stepping up from smaller boats or looking for a vessel that's easy to maintain and trailer. While not intended for extensive offshore passages, it delivers the quality construction and sailing characteristics that have made Dufour a respected name in European sailing circles.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 27.00 ft / 8.23 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 21.50 ft / 6.55 m
Beam 9.16 ft / 2.79 m
Max Draft 4.33 ft / 1.32 m
Displacement 5,940.00 lb / 2,694 kg
Ballast 2,200.00 lb / 998 kg
Ballast Type Iron
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Michel Dufour
Builder Michel Dufour (FRA)
First Built 1969
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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
204
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
37.04
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
266.82
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. 4.22 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 15.61
J (Foretriangle Base) 10.30 ft / 3.14 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 319.00 ft² / 29.64 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo Penta
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 10
How It Compares

vs. Cs 27, Halcyon 27, Sabre 27 Hill

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Dimensions
LOA
Dufour Safari 27 ★
27.0 ft
Cs 27
27.0 ft
Halcyon 27
27.0 ft
Sabre 27 Hill
27.0 ft
LWL
Dufour Safari 27 ★
21.5 ft
Cs 27
23.9 ft
Halcyon 27
20.3 ft
Sabre 27 Hill
22.2 ft
Beam
Dufour Safari 27 ★
9.2 ft
Cs 27
9.3 ft
Halcyon 27
7.7 ft
Sabre 27 Hill
9.0 ft
Displacement
Dufour Safari 27 ★
5 lbs
Cs 27
6 lbs
Halcyon 27
6 lbs
Sabre 27 Hill
6 lbs
Ballast
Dufour Safari 27 ★
2 lbs
Cs 27
2 lbs
Halcyon 27
3 lbs
Sabre 27 Hill
3 lbs
Sail Area
Dufour Safari 27 ★
Cs 27
453 sq ft
Halcyon 27
290 sq ft
Sabre 27 Hill
320 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Dufour Safari 27 ★
204 s/nm
Cs 27
204 s/nm
Halcyon 27
Sabre 27 Hill
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Dufour Safari 27 ★
Cs 27
21.8
Halcyon 27
13.1
Sabre 27 Hill
14.3
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Dufour Safari 27 ★
37.0 %
Cs 27
Halcyon 27
44.6 %
Sabre 27 Hill
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Dufour Safari 27 ★
Cs 27
19.4
Halcyon 27
30.9
Sabre 27 Hill
23.8
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Dufour Safari 27 ★
Cs 27
2.05
Halcyon 27
1.63
Sabre 27 Hill
1.90
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Dufour Safari 27 ★
266
Cs 27
Halcyon 27
361
Sabre 27 Hill
Hull Speed
Dufour Safari 27 ★
Cs 27
6.6 kts
Halcyon 27
6.0 kts
Sabre 27 Hill
6.3 kts
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