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Fantasia 27 Jeanneau
Designer: Groupe Finot  ·  Builder: Jeanneau (Fra)  ·  First built: 1988
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About the Fantasia 27 Jeanneau

This compact cruiser from the renowned French builder represents an accessible entry point into the world of quality sailboat ownership. As part of Jeanneau's extensive lineup, the Fantasia 27 embodies the yard's reputation for producing well-built, seaworthy vessels that balance performance with comfort. Designed primarily for coastal cruising and weekend adventures, this 27-footer offers an ideal platform for sailors seeking to explore local waters with friends and family. The boat's moderate displacement and thoughtful design make it manageable for smaller crews while providing enough interior space for comfortable overnight stays. Jeanneau's attention to detail shines through in the Fantasia 27's construction quality and practical layout. The cockpit is designed with both sailing efficiency and relaxation in mind, while the cabin below makes smart use of every available inch. This makes the boat particularly appealing to couples or small families looking for their first cruising sailboat. The Fantasia 27's forgiving sailing characteristics and solid build quality have earned it recognition among sailing enthusiasts who appreciate French craftsmanship without the premium price tag of larger vessels.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 27.56 ft / 8.40 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 24.28 ft / 7.40 m
Beam 10.17 ft / 3.10 m
Max Draft 4.27 ft / 1.30 m
Displacement 6,834 lb / 3,100 kg
Ballast 2,425 lb / 1,100 kg
Ballast Type Iron
Sail Area (Reported) 366 ft² / 34.00 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Groupe Finot
Builder Jeanneau (FRA)
First Built 1988
Last Built 1994
Number Built 1800
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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
16.24
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
35.48
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
213.15
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. 5.29 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 13.37
J (Foretriangle Base) 10.08 ft / 3.07 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 252.95 ft² / 23.50 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Yanmar
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 9
Fuel Capacity 7 gals / 26 L
Water Capacity 13 gals / 49 L
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