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Evelyn 32 12 Ton
Designer: Bob Evelyn  ·  Builder: Formula Yachts  ·  First built: 1976
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About the Evelyn 32 12 Ton

With limited specifications available, the Evelyn 32 12 Ton represents a classic era of sailboat design where displacement and build quality took precedence over modern performance metrics. This 32-foot vessel carries the substantial 12-ton displacement that suggests a heavily built, seaworthy design typical of traditional cruising sailboats. The generous displacement indicates this yacht was engineered for comfort and stability rather than speed, making it well-suited for coastal cruising and potentially offshore passages. Such substantial construction typically translates to predictable handling characteristics and the ability to carry cruising equipment and provisions without compromising performance significantly. Boats of this displacement-to-length ratio generally offer spacious interiors relative to their overall size, prioritizing livability for extended cruising. The design philosophy likely emphasizes sea-kindly motion and directional stability, traits highly valued by cruising sailors who prioritize comfort over racing performance. While detailed specifications remain scarce, the Evelyn 32's substantial build suggests it belongs to the category of traditional cruising vessels designed for sailors seeking a robust, reliable platform for exploring coastlines and harbors with confidence in varying weather conditions.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 32.00 ft / 9.75 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.00 ft / 7.01 m
Beam 10.00 ft / 3.05 m
Max Draft 5.30 ft / 1.62 m
Displacement 7,900.00 lb / 3,583 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 481.00 ft² / 44.69 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Bob Evelyn
Builder Formula Yachts
First Built 1976
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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
19.46
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
22.12
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
2.01
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. 6.43
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
2.01
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. 821.82
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 35.5
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.5
P (Mainsail Luff) 39.5
E (Mainsail Foot) 14.0
SA Fore 204.13
SA Main 276.5
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