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Excel 32
Designer: Jan Becker  ·  Builder: Excel Yachts (Swe)  ·  First built: 1991
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About the Excel 32

Designed by Jan Becker and built by Excel Yachts in Sweden starting in 1991, this 32-footer represents solid Scandinavian craftsmanship aimed at the performance cruising market. The fiberglass construction features a modern fin keel with bulb and spade rudder configuration that delivers excellent sailing characteristics while maintaining reasonable draft for coastal exploration. With a displacement of 7,937 pounds and substantial ballast of 3,638 pounds, the Excel 32 strikes a favorable balance between stability and performance. The masthead sloop rig carries 470 square feet of sail area, producing a sail area-to-displacement ratio of 18.96 that places it firmly in performance cruising territory—responsive enough for spirited sailing yet manageable for shorthanded crews. The comfort ratio of 18.14 indicates a relatively firm motion at sea, while the capsize screening value of 2.2 falls within acceptable parameters for coastal and offshore passages. Her 26.25-foot waterline length generates a theoretical hull speed of 6.87 knots, though the efficient underbody design likely allows for higher speeds in favorable conditions. This Swedish-built sailboat appeals to sailors seeking a well-built vessel capable of both weekend coastal cruising and longer passages, backed by the reputation for quality that Scandinavian builders established during this era.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 31.99 ft / 9.75 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 26.25 ft / 8.00 m
Beam 10.93 ft / 3.33 m
Max Draft 5.74 ft / 1.75 m
Displacement 7,937.00 lb / 3,600 kg
Ballast 3,638.00 lb / 1,650 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 470.00 ft² / 43.66 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Jan Becker
Builder Excel Yachts (SWE)
First Built 1991
Related Sailboats ["J/32" · "Bianca 320" · "Granada 32" · "B 32 Beiley" · "Lm 32"]
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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
 18.96
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
 45.84
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
 195.89
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
 18.14
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
 2.2
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. 6.87 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
 2.98
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. 1,025.17 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. 18.97
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 41.83 ft / 12.75 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 10.33 ft / 3.15 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 36.88 ft / 11.24 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 13.78 ft / 4.20 m
SA Fore 216.05 ft² / 20.07 m²
SA Main 254.10 ft² / 23.61 m²
SA Total (100%) 470.15 ft² / 43.68 m²
Est. Forestay Length 43.09 ft / 13.13 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Volvo Penta
Engine Model 2020
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 18
Fuel Capacity 16 gals / 61 L
Water Capacity 26 gals / 98 L
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Excel 32 ★
32.0 ft
B 32 Beiley
32.0 ft
Bianca 320
32.0 ft
Granada 32
32.0 ft
LWL
Excel 32 ★
26.3 ft
B 32 Beiley
27.5 ft
Bianca 320
25.6 ft
Granada 32
24.9 ft
Beam
Excel 32 ★
10.9 ft
B 32 Beiley
10.3 ft
Bianca 320
10.5 ft
Granada 32
10.5 ft
Displacement
Excel 32 ★
7 lbs
B 32 Beiley
4 lbs
Bianca 320
9 lbs
Granada 32
8 lbs
Ballast
Excel 32 ★
3 lbs
B 32 Beiley
1 lbs
Bianca 320
4 lbs
Granada 32
3 lbs
Sail Area
Excel 32 ★
470 sq ft
B 32 Beiley
—
Bianca 320
480 sq ft
Granada 32
527 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Excel 32 ★
19.0
B 32 Beiley
—
Bianca 320
17.5
Granada 32
19.8
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Excel 32 ★
45.8 %
B 32 Beiley
40.2 %
Bianca 320
—
Granada 32
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Excel 32 ★
18.1
B 32 Beiley
—
Bianca 320
22.7
Granada 32
22.0
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Excel 32 ★
2.20
B 32 Beiley
—
Bianca 320
2.00
Granada 32
2.04
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Excel 32 ★
195
B 32 Beiley
88
Bianca 320
—
Granada 32
—
Hull Speed
Excel 32 ★
6.9 kts
B 32 Beiley
—
Bianca 320
6.8 kts
Granada 32
6.7 kts
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