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Ericson 32 200
Designer: Bruce King  ·  Builder: Ericson Yachts (Usa)  ·  First built: 1988
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About the Ericson 32 200

Designed by renowned naval architect Bruce King and built by Ericson Yachts beginning in 1988, this 32-footer represents a thoughtful evolution in the company's cruising sailboat lineup. The hull incorporates a modern fin keel with spade rudder configuration, delivering responsive handling while maintaining the stability that Ericson owners have long appreciated. With a displacement of 9,800 pounds and 4,200 pounds of ballast, the boat strikes a balance between performance and comfort that makes it well-suited for coastal cruising and weekend adventures. The masthead sloop rig carries 496 square feet of sail area, providing adequate power in light air while remaining manageable for a small crew. Her SA/Displacement ratio of 17.39 indicates moderate performance characteristics that prioritize ease of handling over pure speed. The comfort ratio of 22.79 suggests this is a boat built for motion comfort rather than racing, while the capsize screening value of 2.03 falls within acceptable parameters for coastal sailing with occasional offshore passages in favorable conditions. Bruce King's design philosophy emphasized seaworthiness and livability, qualities that shine through in this practical cruising yacht. The fiberglass construction ensures durability and lower maintenance compared to earlier wooden boats, making it an attractive option for sailors seeking reliable coastal exploration.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 32.50 ft / 9.91 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.83 ft / 7.87 m
Beam 10.83 ft / 3.30 m
Max Draft 6.04 ft / 1.84 m
Displacement 9,800.00 lb / 4,445 kg
Ballast 4,200.00 lb / 1,905 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 496.00 ft² / 46.08 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Bruce King
Builder Ericson Yachts (USA)
First Built 1988
Associations Ericson Yachts Information
Related Sailboats Catalina 320 · Pearson 33 2 · First 32S5 Beneteau · J32 · Caliber 33
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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
 17.39
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
 42.86
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
 253.87
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
 22.79
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
 2.03
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. 6.81 kn
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
 2.17
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. 999.54 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 17.38
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 42.00 ft / 12.80 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 13.75 ft / 4.19 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 36.00 ft / 10.97 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.50 ft / 3.51 m
SA Fore 288.75 ft² / 26.83 m²
SA Main 207.00 ft² / 19.23 m²
SA Total (100%) 495.75 ft² / 46.06 m²
Est. Forestay Length 44.19 ft / 13.47 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Universal
Engine Model M25XP
Engine Type Diesel
Fuel Capacity 22 gals / 83 L
Water Capacity 30 gals / 114 L
How It Compares

vs. Caliber 33, Catalina 320, First 32S5 Beneteau, J32, Pearson 33 2

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Dimensions
LOA
Ericson 32 200 ★
32.5 ft
Caliber 33
32.5 ft
Catalina 320
32.5 ft
First 32S5 Beneteau
32.5 ft
J32
32.6 ft
Pearson 33 2
32.5 ft
LWL
Ericson 32 200 ★
25.8 ft
Caliber 33
29.5 ft
Catalina 320
28.0 ft
First 32S5 Beneteau
27.8 ft
J32
28.8 ft
Pearson 33 2
26.3 ft
Beam
Ericson 32 200 ★
10.8 ft
Caliber 33
11.3 ft
Catalina 320
11.8 ft
First 32S5 Beneteau
10.8 ft
J32
11.0 ft
Pearson 33 2
11.0 ft
Displacement
Ericson 32 200 ★
9 lbs
Caliber 33
13 lbs
Catalina 320
11 lbs
First 32S5 Beneteau
9 lbs
J32
10 lbs
Pearson 33 2
11 lbs
Ballast
Ericson 32 200 ★
4 lbs
Caliber 33
6 lbs
Catalina 320
4 lbs
First 32S5 Beneteau
2 lbs
J32
3 lbs
Pearson 33 2
4 lbs
Sail Area
Ericson 32 200 ★
496 sq ft
Caliber 33
540 sq ft
Catalina 320
520 sq ft
First 32S5 Beneteau
455 sq ft
J32
518 sq ft
Pearson 33 2
515 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Ericson 32 200 ★
—
Caliber 33
168 s/nm
Catalina 320
153 s/nm
First 32S5 Beneteau
—
J32
—
Pearson 33 2
177 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Ericson 32 200 ★
17.4
Caliber 33
15.7
Catalina 320
16.6
First 32S5 Beneteau
16.6
J32
17.9
Pearson 33 2
16.7
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Ericson 32 200 ★
42.9 %
Caliber 33
46.9 %
Catalina 320
35.4 %
First 32S5 Beneteau
32.2 %
J32
38.4 %
Pearson 33 2
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Ericson 32 200 ★
22.8
Caliber 33
26.1
Catalina 320
22.4
First 32S5 Beneteau
20.5
J32
21.2
Pearson 33 2
24.8
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Ericson 32 200 ★
2.03
Caliber 33
1.93
Catalina 320
2.10
First 32S5 Beneteau
2.07
J32
2.05
Pearson 33 2
1.98
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Ericson 32 200 ★
253
Caliber 33
226
Catalina 320
229
First 32S5 Beneteau
191
J32
186
Pearson 33 2
—
Hull Speed
Ericson 32 200 ★
6.8 kts
Caliber 33
7.3 kts
Catalina 320
7.1 kts
First 32S5 Beneteau
7.1 kts
J32
7.2 kts
Pearson 33 2
6.9 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Ericson 32 200 ★
2.2
Caliber 33
2.3
Catalina 320
2.3
First 32S5 Beneteau
2.8
J32
3.0
Pearson 33 2
1.9
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