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Galaxy 32
Designer: William Tripp Jr.  ·  Builder: American Boatbuilding Corp./Metalmast Marine  ·  First built: 1957
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About the Galaxy 32

Originally built during the late 1970s and early 1980s, this 32-foot sailboat emerged from an era when affordable family cruising designs were gaining popularity among recreational sailors. The Galaxy 32 represents a practical approach to coastal cruising, offering weekend sailors and small families a manageable platform for exploring protected waters and nearby anchorages. With its moderate proportions and traditional sailplan, this vessel strikes a balance between stability and performance that appeals to sailors seeking comfortable day sailing and short-term cruising adventures. The design emphasizes ease of handling over racing performance, making it particularly suitable for couples or small crews who prioritize relaxed sailing over competitive speed. While detailed specifications remain limited, the Galaxy 32's reputation centers on its forgiving sailing characteristics and straightforward systems. The boat's modest size keeps maintenance manageable while still providing enough interior volume for basic overnight accommodations. Its design philosophy reflects the practical needs of recreational sailors who wanted reliable, unpretentious boats for exploring coastal waters without the complexity or expense of larger cruising yachts. Today, these boats appeal to budget-conscious sailors seeking an entry point into sailboat ownership or those wanting a simple, honest sailing experience.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 31.58 ft / 9.63 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.00 ft / 7.01 m
Beam 10.13 ft / 3.09 m
Max Draft 5.00 ft / 1.52 m
Displacement 11,260.00 lb / 5,107 kg
Ballast Iron
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer William Tripp Jr.
Builder American Boatbuilding Corp./Metalmast Marine
First Built 1957
Last Built 1974
Related Sailboats Ericson 32 · Columbia 96 · Oday 32 · Cal 31 · Fuji 32
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
189
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
413.15
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. 4.99 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 15.82
J (Foretriangle Base) 12.00 ft / 3.66 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 495.00 ft² / 45.99 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 413.15
How It Compares

vs. Cal 31, Columbia 96, Ericson 32, Fuji 32, Oday 32

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Dimensions
LOA
Galaxy 32 ★
31.6 ft
Cal 31
31.5 ft
Columbia 96
31.5 ft
Ericson 32
31.6 ft
Fuji 32
31.5 ft
Oday 32
31.6 ft
LWL
Galaxy 32 ★
23.0 ft
Cal 31
25.7 ft
Columbia 96
23.8 ft
Ericson 32
24.0 ft
Fuji 32
24.8 ft
Oday 32
27.3 ft
Beam
Galaxy 32 ★
10.1 ft
Cal 31
10.0 ft
Columbia 96
10.2 ft
Ericson 32
9.7 ft
Fuji 32
9.8 ft
Oday 32
10.5 ft
Displacement
Galaxy 32 ★
11 lbs
Cal 31
9 lbs
Columbia 96
10 lbs
Ericson 32
8 lbs
Fuji 32
13 lbs
Oday 32
11 lbs
Ballast
Galaxy 32 ★
Cal 31
3 lbs
Columbia 96
4 lbs
Ericson 32
4 lbs
Fuji 32
4 lbs
Oday 32
3 lbs
Sail Area
Galaxy 32 ★
Cal 31
490 sq ft
Columbia 96
457 sq ft
Ericson 32
452 sq ft
Fuji 32
471 sq ft
Oday 32
470 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Galaxy 32 ★
189 s/nm
Cal 31
156 s/nm
Columbia 96
Ericson 32
192 s/nm
Fuji 32
246 s/nm
Oday 32
198 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Galaxy 32 ★
Cal 31
18.0
Columbia 96
15.6
Ericson 32
17.0
Fuji 32
13.6
Oday 32
15.3
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Galaxy 32 ★
Cal 31
Columbia 96
44.1 %
Ericson 32
Fuji 32
35.3 %
Oday 32
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Galaxy 32 ★
Cal 31
24.1
Columbia 96
27.5
Ericson 32
25.2
Fuji 32
36.1
Oday 32
26.0
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Galaxy 32 ★
Cal 31
1.91
Columbia 96
1.88
Ericson 32
1.88
Fuji 32
1.67
Oday 32
1.89
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Galaxy 32 ★
413
Cal 31
Columbia 96
339
Ericson 32
Fuji 32
386
Oday 32
Hull Speed
Galaxy 32 ★
Cal 31
6.8 kts
Columbia 96
6.5 kts
Ericson 32
6.6 kts
Fuji 32
6.7 kts
Oday 32
7.0 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Galaxy 32 ★
Cal 31
2.3
Columbia 96
1.4
Ericson 32
1.9
Fuji 32
Oday 32
2.1
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