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Grand Mistral 80
Designer: Bruce Farr  ·  Builder: Mistral Composites  ·  First built: 1995
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About the Grand Mistral 80

Originally conceived for serious offshore cruising, this impressive 80-foot yacht represents a significant achievement in long-distance sailing design. The Grand Mistral 80 commands attention not just for its substantial size, but for its purposeful approach to bluewater voyaging. Built with ocean crossing in mind, this yacht features the kind of robust construction and thoughtful layout that experienced sailors demand for extended passages. The design emphasizes seaworthiness and comfort in challenging conditions, making it well-suited for couples or small crews planning ambitious voyages to remote destinations. The yacht's generous proportions allow for spacious accommodations and extensive storage capacity, essential elements for self-sufficient cruising. Its sail plan and hull design strike a balance between performance and stability, providing confident handling in various sea conditions while maintaining reasonable speed under sail. While detailed specifications remain limited, the Grand Mistral 80's reputation among the cruising community speaks to its capabilities as a serious passage-maker. This is a yacht that appeals to sailors who prioritize reliability and comfort over pure speed, making it an excellent choice for those seeking to explore distant waters with confidence and style.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 80.38 ft / 24.50 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 70.80 ft / 21.58 m
Beam 20.34 ft / 6.20 m
Max Draft 13.12 ft / 4.00 m
Displacement 54,013.25 lb / 24,500 kg
Ballast 26,675.93 lb / 12,100 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction GRP
Designer Bruce Farr
Builder Mistral Composites
First Built 1995
Number Built 8
Related Sailboats Swan 77 · Swan 80 2 S · Oyster 745 · Baltic 73 · Mystic 76
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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
49.39
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
67.94
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. 30.86 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 49.39
P (Mainsail Luff) Diesel
E (Mainsail Foot) 106 gals / 400 L
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 130
Water Capacity 106 gals / 400 L
How It Compares

vs. Baltic 73, Mystic 76, Oyster 745, Swan 77, Swan 80 2 S

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Dimensions
LOA
Grand Mistral 80 ★
80.4 ft
Baltic 73
73.2 ft
Mystic 76
76.0 ft
Oyster 745
74.6 ft
Swan 77
78.8 ft
Swan 80 2 S
82.3 ft
LWL
Grand Mistral 80 ★
70.8 ft
Baltic 73
60.7 ft
Mystic 76
61.7 ft
Oyster 745
65.7 ft
Swan 77
60.3 ft
Swan 80 2 S
72.8 ft
Beam
Grand Mistral 80 ★
20.3 ft
Baltic 73
18.0 ft
Mystic 76
20.9 ft
Oyster 745
19.4 ft
Swan 77
19.7 ft
Swan 80 2 S
20.0 ft
Displacement
Grand Mistral 80 ★
54 lbs
Baltic 73
77 lbs
Mystic 76
105 lbs
Oyster 745
118 lbs
Swan 77
112 lbs
Swan 80 2 S
79 lbs
Ballast
Grand Mistral 80 ★
26 lbs
Baltic 73
29 lbs
Mystic 76
38 lbs
Oyster 745
Swan 77
39 lbs
Swan 80 2 S
39 lbs
Sail Area
Grand Mistral 80 ★
Baltic 73
2 sq ft
Mystic 76
2 sq ft
Oyster 745
3 sq ft
Swan 77
Swan 80 2 S
3 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Grand Mistral 80 ★
Baltic 73
22.0
Mystic 76
17.5
Oyster 745
19.9
Swan 77
Swan 80 2 S
28.9
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Grand Mistral 80 ★
49.4 %
Baltic 73
38.6 %
Mystic 76
Oyster 745
Swan 77
35.3 %
Swan 80 2 S
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Grand Mistral 80 ★
Baltic 73
39.3
Mystic 76
43.0
Oyster 745
51.9
Swan 77
Swan 80 2 S
30.1
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Grand Mistral 80 ★
Baltic 73
1.70
Mystic 76
1.78
Oyster 745
1.58
Swan 77
Swan 80 2 S
1.86
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Grand Mistral 80 ★
67
Baltic 73
154
Mystic 76
Oyster 745
Swan 77
228
Swan 80 2 S
Hull Speed
Grand Mistral 80 ★
Baltic 73
10.4 kts
Mystic 76
10.5 kts
Oyster 745
10.9 kts
Swan 77
Swan 80 2 S
11.4 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Grand Mistral 80 ★
Baltic 73
4.0
Mystic 76
2.8
Oyster 745
Swan 77
Swan 80 2 S
6.3
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