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Elan 33

Designer: Jacobin Design  ·  Builder: Elan Marine  ·  First built: 1987
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About the Elan 33

Slovenian boatbuilder Elan Marine developed the Elan 33 as part of their expanding lineup of performance-oriented cruising sailboats. This mid-sized yacht represents Elan's philosophy of combining modern sailing dynamics with practical cruising capabilities, making it an appealing choice for sailors seeking both excitement and comfort on the water. Built with Elan's characteristic attention to hull design and construction quality, the Elan 33 features contemporary styling and a well-balanced sail plan that delivers responsive handling across varying wind conditions. The boat's moderate proportions make it suitable for coastal cruising and weekend sailing, while still offering enough performance to satisfy sailors who enjoy spirited sailing sessions. The cockpit layout emphasizes both comfort and functionality, with good sight lines and accessible controls that make single-handed or short-handed sailing manageable. Below deck, the accommodation plan maximizes the available space efficiently, providing comfortable quarters for extended cruising or overnight trips. For sailors considering their next boat, the Elan 33 represents a solid choice that balances sailing performance with cruising practicality, backed by Elan's reputation for building well-constructed boats that hold their value in the resale market.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 33.96 ft / 10.35 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 24.92 ft / 7.60 m
Beam 10.83 ft / 3.30 m
Max Draft 5.58 ft / 1.70 m
Displacement 7,392.00 lb / 3,353 kg
Ballast 2,688.00 lb / 1,219 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 428.00 ft² / 39.76 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Jacobin Design
Builder Elan Marine
First Built 1987
Related Sailboats J34 · Hanse 341 · Sweden Yachts 340 · Olson 34 · Express 34
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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
 18.1
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
 17.31
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
 2.23
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. 6.69
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
 2.67
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. 964.32
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 38.8
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.8
P (Mainsail Luff) 33.7
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.8
SA Fore 228.92
SA Main 198.83
How It Compares

vs. Express 34, Hanse 341, J34, Olson 34, Sweden Yachts 340

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Dimensions
LOA
Elan 33 ★
34.0 ft
Express 34
34.0 ft
Hanse 341
34.0 ft
J34
34.0 ft
Olson 34
34.0 ft
Sweden Yachts 340
34.0 ft
LWL
Elan 33 ★
24.9 ft
Express 34
28.3 ft
Hanse 341
29.2 ft
J34
26.0 ft
Olson 34
28.0 ft
Sweden Yachts 340
27.9 ft
Beam
Elan 33 ★
10.8 ft
Express 34
10.5 ft
Hanse 341
11.2 ft
J34
11.2 ft
Olson 34
10.8 ft
Sweden Yachts 340
11.5 ft
Displacement
Elan 33 ★
7 lbs
Express 34
8 lbs
Hanse 341
11 lbs
J34
8 lbs
Olson 34
8 lbs
Sweden Yachts 340
12 lbs
Ballast
Elan 33 ★
2 lbs
Express 34
3 lbs
Hanse 341
4 lbs
J34
3 lbs
Olson 34
3 lbs
Sweden Yachts 340
5 lbs
Sail Area
Elan 33 ★
428 sq ft
Express 34
534 sq ft
Hanse 341
—
J34
505 sq ft
Olson 34
575 sq ft
Sweden Yachts 340
598 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Elan 33 ★
—
Express 34
98 s/nm
Hanse 341
134 s/nm
J34
—
Olson 34
108 s/nm
Sweden Yachts 340
—
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Elan 33 ★
18.1
Express 34
20.6
Hanse 341
—
J34
20.1
Olson 34
22.2
Sweden Yachts 340
17.7
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Elan 33 ★
—
Express 34
—
Hanse 341
35.3 %
J34
—
Olson 34
—
Sweden Yachts 340
41.1 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Elan 33 ★
17.3
Express 34
19.1
Hanse 341
—
J34
17.7
Olson 34
18.5
Sweden Yachts 340
25.3
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Elan 33 ★
2.23
Express 34
2.06
Hanse 341
—
J34
2.23
Olson 34
2.13
Sweden Yachts 340
1.98
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Elan 33 ★
—
Express 34
—
Hanse 341
203
J34
—
Olson 34
—
Sweden Yachts 340
258
Hull Speed
Elan 33 ★
6.7 kts
Express 34
7.1 kts
Hanse 341
—
J34
6.8 kts
Olson 34
7.1 kts
Sweden Yachts 340
7.1 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Elan 33 ★
2.7
Express 34
3.6
Hanse 341
—
J34
3.0
Olson 34
3.5
Sweden Yachts 340
2.1
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