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Elizabethan 33
Designer: David Thomas  ·  Builder: Peter Webster Ltd. (Uk)  ·  First built: 1973
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About the Elizabethan 33

Designed by David Thomas and built by Peter Webster Ltd. in the UK starting in 1973, this classic fiberglass cruiser embodies the traditional British approach to seaworthy yacht design. The long keel configuration and substantial displacement of 12,320 pounds create a stable, comfortable platform that tracks well and handles rough conditions with confidence. With a comfort ratio of 35.48, the Elizabethan 33 prioritizes seaworthiness over speed, making it an excellent choice for coastal cruising and moderate offshore passages. The masthead sloop rig provides versatile sail handling options, while the generous beam of 9.33 feet offers comfortable accommodations below deck. The boat's capsize screening formula of 1.62 indicates good stability characteristics for extended cruising. This design reflects the era's emphasis on solid construction and sea-kindly behavior rather than racing performance. The long keel provides directional stability and protects the propeller and rudder, though it sacrifices some maneuverability in tight quarters. The modest 10-horsepower engine provides adequate auxiliary power for docking and calm-weather motoring. Sailors seeking a traditional, well-built cruiser for weekend coastal adventures or longer passages will find the Elizabethan 33 offers the reliability and comfort that made British yacht design renowned worldwide.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 33.00 ft / 10.06 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.00 ft / 7.62 m
Beam 9.33 ft / 2.84 m
Max Draft 4.58 ft / 1.40 m
Displacement 12,320.00 lb / 5,588 kg
Ballast 5,219.00 lb / 2,367 kg
Ballast Type Iron
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer David Thomas
Builder Peter Webster Ltd. (UK)
First Built 1973
Associations Elizabethan Owners Association
Related Sailboats Morgan Out Island 33 · Irwin 33 · Newport 33 · Alajuela 33 · Wauquiez 33
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Performance Ratios
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
 42.36
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
 352
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
 35.48
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
 1.62
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. 6.70 kn
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. 833.43 pounds/inch
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Bukh
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 10
Fuel Capacity 12 gals / 45 L
How It Compares

vs. Alajuela 33, Irwin 33, Morgan Out Island 33, Newport 33, Wauquiez 33

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Dimensions
LOA
Elizabethan 33 ★
33.0 ft
Alajuela 33
33.0 ft
Irwin 33
33.0 ft
Morgan Out Island 33
33.0 ft
Newport 33
33.0 ft
Wauquiez 33
33.0 ft
LWL
Elizabethan 33 ★
25.0 ft
Alajuela 33
27.5 ft
Irwin 33
27.5 ft
Morgan Out Island 33
27.5 ft
Newport 33
27.0 ft
Wauquiez 33
27.3 ft
Beam
Elizabethan 33 ★
9.3 ft
Alajuela 33
10.7 ft
Irwin 33
11.2 ft
Morgan Out Island 33
11.8 ft
Newport 33
10.8 ft
Wauquiez 33
11.0 ft
Displacement
Elizabethan 33 ★
12 lbs
Alajuela 33
13 lbs
Irwin 33
10 lbs
Morgan Out Island 33
14 lbs
Newport 33
9 lbs
Wauquiez 33
11 lbs
Ballast
Elizabethan 33 ★
5 lbs
Alajuela 33
4 lbs
Irwin 33
4 lbs
Morgan Out Island 33
5 lbs
Newport 33
4 lbs
Wauquiez 33
4 lbs
Sail Area
Elizabethan 33 ★
—
Alajuela 33
575 sq ft
Irwin 33
514 sq ft
Morgan Out Island 33
522 sq ft
Newport 33
466 sq ft
Wauquiez 33
514 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Elizabethan 33 ★
—
Alajuela 33
198 s/nm
Irwin 33
159 s/nm
Morgan Out Island 33
—
Newport 33
156 s/nm
Wauquiez 33
143 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Elizabethan 33 ★
—
Alajuela 33
16.3
Irwin 33
16.7
Morgan Out Island 33
14.1
Newport 33
16.7
Wauquiez 33
16.7
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Elizabethan 33 ★
42.4 %
Alajuela 33
34.8 %
Irwin 33
—
Morgan Out Island 33
34.5 %
Newport 33
42.1 %
Wauquiez 33
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Elizabethan 33 ★
35.5
Alajuela 33
30.6
Irwin 33
23.3
Morgan Out Island 33
28.6
Newport 33
21.4
Wauquiez 33
24.1
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Elizabethan 33 ★
1.62
Alajuela 33
1.80
Irwin 33
2.02
Morgan Out Island 33
1.94
Newport 33
2.05
Wauquiez 33
1.98
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Elizabethan 33 ★
352
Alajuela 33
289
Irwin 33
—
Morgan Out Island 33
311
Newport 33
215
Wauquiez 33
—
Hull Speed
Elizabethan 33 ★
6.7 kts
Alajuela 33
7.0 kts
Irwin 33
7.0 kts
Morgan Out Island 33
7.0 kts
Newport 33
7.0 kts
Wauquiez 33
7.0 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Elizabethan 33 ★
—
Alajuela 33
1.8
Irwin 33
2.3
Morgan Out Island 33
1.4
Newport 33
2.5
Wauquiez 33
2.2
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