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Espace 990 Jeanneau
Designer: Groupe Finot  ·  First built: 1986
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About the Espace 990 Jeanneau

French yacht builder Jeanneau's Espace 990 represents an intriguing chapter in the company's diverse sailing yacht lineup, though detailed information about this particular model remains relatively scarce in contemporary sailing databases. Given Jeanneau's established reputation for producing versatile cruising sailboats that balance performance with comfort, the Espace 990 likely follows this tradition of accessible sailing design. The "Espace" designation suggests an emphasis on interior volume and livability, characteristics that would make this yacht well-suited for coastal cruising and weekend sailing adventures. Jeanneau has historically excelled at creating boats that appeal to both novice sailors and experienced cruisers seeking reliable, well-built vessels for exploring coastal waters and nearby islands. Without extensive specification data available, potential buyers should seek out firsthand inspections and connect with existing owners to fully understand the boat's capabilities and condition. The Espace 990's relative obscurity in current markets may present opportunities for sailors looking for a distinctive French-built yacht that embodies Jeanneau's commitment to practical sailing design, though thorough research and professional survey would be essential before purchase.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 32.48 ft / 9.90 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 28.21 ft / 8.60 m
Beam 11.48 ft / 3.50 m
Max Draft 5.58 ft / 1.70 m
Displacement 10,802 lb / 4,900 kg
Ballast 3,748 lb / 1,700 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 527 ft² / 48.96 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Groupe Finot
First Built 1986
Last Built 1991
Related Sailboats ["First 325 Beneteau" · "First 32S5 Beneteau" · "Maxi 33" · "Pearson 33 2" · "J32"]
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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
 17.23
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
 34.7
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
 214.81
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
 21.78
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
 2.08
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. 7.12 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. 6.94 pounds/inch
How It Compares

vs. First 32S5 Beneteau, Maxi 33, Pearson 33 2

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Dimensions
LOA
Espace 990 Jeanneau ★
32.5 ft
First 32S5 Beneteau
32.5 ft
Maxi 33
32.5 ft
Pearson 33 2
32.5 ft
LWL
Espace 990 Jeanneau ★
28.2 ft
First 32S5 Beneteau
27.8 ft
Maxi 33
26.9 ft
Pearson 33 2
26.3 ft
Beam
Espace 990 Jeanneau ★
11.5 ft
First 32S5 Beneteau
10.8 ft
Maxi 33
10.6 ft
Pearson 33 2
11.0 ft
Displacement
Espace 990 Jeanneau ★
10 lbs
First 32S5 Beneteau
9 lbs
Maxi 33
9 lbs
Pearson 33 2
11 lbs
Ballast
Espace 990 Jeanneau ★
3 lbs
First 32S5 Beneteau
2 lbs
Maxi 33
3 lbs
Pearson 33 2
4 lbs
Sail Area
Espace 990 Jeanneau ★
527 sq ft
First 32S5 Beneteau
455 sq ft
Maxi 33
430 sq ft
Pearson 33 2
515 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Espace 990 Jeanneau ★
17.2
First 32S5 Beneteau
16.6
Maxi 33
15.0
Pearson 33 2
16.7
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Espace 990 Jeanneau ★
34.7 %
First 32S5 Beneteau
32.2 %
Maxi 33
—
Pearson 33 2
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Espace 990 Jeanneau ★
21.8
First 32S5 Beneteau
20.5
Maxi 33
23.1
Pearson 33 2
24.8
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Espace 990 Jeanneau ★
2.08
First 32S5 Beneteau
2.07
Maxi 33
1.98
Pearson 33 2
1.98
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Espace 990 Jeanneau ★
214
First 32S5 Beneteau
191
Maxi 33
—
Pearson 33 2
—
Hull Speed
Espace 990 Jeanneau ★
7.1 kts
First 32S5 Beneteau
7.1 kts
Maxi 33
7.0 kts
Pearson 33 2
6.9 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Espace 990 Jeanneau ★
—
First 32S5 Beneteau
2.8
Maxi 33
—
Pearson 33 2
1.9
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