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Elan 700
Designer: John Sharp  ·  Builder: Midship Boat Services Ltd. (Uk)  ·  First built: 1982
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About the Elan 700

Designed as a high-performance cruising yacht, this Slovenian-built vessel represents Elan's commitment to combining racing-inspired design with comfortable cruising capabilities. The 700 showcases the builder's expertise in creating boats that excel in both competitive sailing and extended voyaging scenarios. With its sleek hull lines and modern underwater profile, this yacht delivers impressive performance across various wind conditions while maintaining the stability and comfort expected from a serious cruising platform. The design emphasizes efficient sailing characteristics, making it well-suited for both coastal exploration and offshore passages. Elan's reputation for quality construction and attention to detail is evident throughout the 700's build quality. The yacht features a well-balanced sail plan that provides good power while remaining manageable for smaller crews, making it an attractive option for couples or families planning extended cruising adventures. The spacious cockpit and thoughtful deck layout prioritize both sailing efficiency and crew comfort, while below decks, the accommodation reflects modern cruising expectations. This model appeals to sailors seeking a vessel capable of serious passage-making without sacrificing the performance characteristics that make sailing genuinely enjoyable.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 23.50 ft / 7.16 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 20.00 ft / 6.10 m
Beam 8.25 ft / 2.51 m
Max Draft 5.33 ft / 1.62 m
Displacement 2,700.00 lb / 1,225 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Keel/Cbrd.
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer John Sharp
Builder Midship Boat Services Ltd. (UK)
First Built 1982
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Performance Ratios
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
150.67
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. 3.54 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 1.58 ft / 0.48 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 290.00 ft² / 26.94 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 9
Fuel Capacity 6 gals / 23 L
Water Capacity 10 gals / 38 L
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