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Grampian 22
Designer: George Cuthbertson  ·  Builder: Grampian Marine Ltd. (Can)  ·  First built: 1969
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About the Grampian 22

Built during the 1970s by Grampian Marine in Canada, this 22-foot sailboat represents a classic example of the era's emphasis on affordable, practical sailing craft. The Grampian 22 was designed as an entry-level cruiser-racer that could serve double duty for weekend sailing adventures and club racing events. With its traditional lines and solid fiberglass construction, this boat earned a reputation for being forgiving and stable, making it an excellent choice for novice sailors learning the ropes. The cockpit layout prioritizes simplicity and safety, while the compact cabin provides basic amenities for short coastal cruising or overnight adventures. Grampian Marine built these boats with durability in mind, and many examples from the 1970s remain active on lakes and coastal waters today. The design strikes a reasonable balance between sailing performance and interior comfort, though accommodations are understandably modest given the overall length. Best suited for protected waters, day sailing, and light coastal cruising, the Grampian 22 continues to attract sailors seeking an affordable entry into cruising or those wanting a simple, no-nonsense boat for weekend escapes. Its straightforward rig and manageable size make it particularly appealing to single-handed sailors.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 22.33 ft / 6.81 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 17.42 ft / 5.31 m
Beam 7.00 ft / 2.13 m
Max Draft 3.75 ft / 1.14 m
Displacement 1,650.00 lb / 748 kg
Ballast 850.00 lb / 386 kg
Ballast Type Iron
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer George Cuthbertson
Builder Grampian Marine Ltd. (CAN)
First Built 1969
Last Built 1971
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Performance Ratios
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
51.52
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
139.35
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. 2.61 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 22.97
J (Foretriangle Base) 7.50 ft / 2.29 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 200.00 ft² / 18.58 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 3.42 ft / 1.04 m
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Grampian 22 ★
22.3 ft
Cape Dory 22
22.3 ft
Pearson 22
22.3 ft
Santana 22
22.3 ft
LWL
Grampian 22 ★
17.4 ft
Cape Dory 22
16.3 ft
Pearson 22
18.5 ft
Santana 22
18.8 ft
Beam
Grampian 22 ★
7.0 ft
Cape Dory 22
7.3 ft
Pearson 22
7.8 ft
Santana 22
7.5 ft
Displacement
Grampian 22 ★
1 lbs
Cape Dory 22
3 lbs
Pearson 22
2 lbs
Santana 22
2 lbs
Ballast
Grampian 22 ★
850 lbs
Cape Dory 22
1 lbs
Pearson 22
1 lbs
Santana 22
1 lbs
Sail Area
Grampian 22 ★
Cape Dory 22
Pearson 22
218 sq ft
Santana 22
218 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Grampian 22 ★
Cape Dory 22
282 s/nm
Pearson 22
252 s/nm
Santana 22
245 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Grampian 22 ★
Cape Dory 22
Pearson 22
18.5
Santana 22
18.5
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Grampian 22 ★
51.5 %
Cape Dory 22
43.8 %
Pearson 22
Santana 22
47.3 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Grampian 22 ★
Cape Dory 22
Pearson 22
13.4
Santana 22
13.9
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Grampian 22 ★
Cape Dory 22
Pearson 22
2.26
Santana 22
2.18
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Grampian 22 ★
139
Cape Dory 22
332
Pearson 22
Santana 22
176
Hull Speed
Grampian 22 ★
Cape Dory 22
Pearson 22
5.8 kts
Santana 22
5.8 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Grampian 22 ★
Cape Dory 22
Pearson 22
3.1
Santana 22
3.2
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