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Guy 22
Designer: Guy-Christer Lönngren  ·  First built: 1978
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About the Guy 22

With limited documentation available, the Guy 22 represents one of the more elusive designs in the 22-foot sailboat category. This modest-sized vessel appears to have been produced during an era when smaller sailboats were gaining popularity among weekend sailors and those seeking an affordable entry into sailing. Based on its length classification, the Guy 22 would have been designed primarily for day sailing and coastal cruising, offering manageable size for trailer sailing while providing enough space for short overnight adventures. The 22-foot length suggests a boat that could accommodate a small cabin with basic amenities, making it suitable for couples or small families looking to explore protected waters and nearby anchorages. Like many boats of its probable vintage, the Guy 22 likely featured straightforward sailing characteristics that would appeal to novice sailors while still providing enjoyment for more experienced sailors seeking simplicity. The limited availability of specifications today suggests this was either a smaller production run or a design that didn't achieve widespread market penetration, making examples potentially rare finds for those interested in vintage sailing craft or unique additions to their sailing fleet.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 21.65 ft / 6.60 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 18.37 ft / 5.60 m
Beam 8.20 ft / 2.50 m
Max Draft 4.59 ft / 1.40 m
Displacement 3,836.00 lb / 1,740 kg
Ballast 1,300.00 lb / 590 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Guy-Christer Lönngren
First Built 1978
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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
33.89
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
276.25
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. 3.23 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 14.21
J (Foretriangle Base) 8.79 ft / 2.68 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 217.00 ft² / 20.16 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 276.25
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