Back to Search
Heritage 20
Designer: Andrew Davidhazy  ·  Builder: Howie Craft Plastics (Usa)  ·  First built: 1967
+ Add to Compare
About the Heritage 20

With limited specifications available, the Heritage 20 represents a classic example of traditional small boat design from an era when craftsmanship and seaworthiness were paramount considerations. This compact sailboat likely emerged during the height of fiberglass boat manufacturing, when builders focused on creating robust, reliable vessels for recreational sailing. Based on its name and size category, the Heritage 20 was probably designed as a versatile small cruiser suitable for coastal sailing and weekend adventures. These boats typically featured comfortable accommodations for their size, making them popular among sailors seeking an affordable entry into cruising or those wanting a manageable boat for protected waters. The Heritage designation suggests a design philosophy rooted in proven sailing characteristics rather than cutting-edge performance features. Such boats often emphasized stability, ease of handling, and durability over pure speed, making them excellent choices for family sailing or new boat owners developing their skills. While detailed specifications remain scarce, boats of this class generally served the recreational sailing market well, offering dependable performance in moderate conditions. The Heritage 20 likely appealed to sailors who valued traditional design elements and straightforward sailing characteristics over complex systems or racing-oriented features.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 20.00 ft / 6.10 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 15.00 ft / 4.57 m
Beam 6.50 ft / 1.98 m
Max Draft 2.75 ft / 0.84 m
Displacement 3,300.00 lb / 1,497 kg
Ballast 1,200.00 lb / 544 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Andrew Davidhazy
Builder Howie Craft Plastics (USA)
First Built 1967
Last Built 1971
Number Built 12
Owner Reviews

No owner reviews yet — be the first to share your experience with this boat.

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
36.36
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
436.51
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. 2.09 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 17.37
P (Mainsail Luff) 240.00 ft² / 22.30 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Westerbeke
Engine & Accommodations
Fuel Capacity 15 gals / 57 L
Water Capacity 15 gals / 57 L
Find a Heritage 20 For Sale