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Granada 32
Designer: Jan Kjærulff  ·  Builder: Granada Yachts  ·  First built: 1987
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About the Granada 32

Built during an era when mid-sized cruisers emphasized comfort and practicality, this 32-foot sailboat represents a thoughtful approach to coastal cruising design. While detailed specifications remain elusive, the Granada 32's proportions and era suggest a vessel designed for weekend getaways and extended coastal passages rather than racing or serious offshore work. The boat's design philosophy appears centered on creating a comfortable platform for small crew sailing, with accommodations that maximize the available space within a manageable hull length. Like many boats of its vintage, the Granada 32 likely features a moderate displacement hull that balances reasonable performance with stability and interior volume. Given its size and apparent design intent, this sailboat would be well-suited for coastal cruising, harbor hopping, and protected water sailing. The 32-foot length provides enough space for comfortable overnight accommodations while remaining manageable for couples or small families to handle in various conditions. Despite limited available documentation, the Granada 32 appears to have been designed for sailors prioritizing comfort and ease of handling over racing performance, making it a potential candidate for those seeking a reliable coastal cruiser with traditional sailing characteristics.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 31.99 ft / 9.75 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 24.93 ft / 7.60 m
Beam 10.50 ft / 3.20 m
Max Draft 5.74 ft / 1.75 m
Displacement 8,818.00 lb / 4,000 kg
Ballast 3,968.00 lb / 1,800 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 527.00 ft² / 48.96 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Jan Kjærulff
Builder Granada Yachts
First Built 1987
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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
19.82
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
21.99
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
2.04
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. 6.69
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. 935.32
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