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L 23
Designer: Lars Olsen  ·  Builder: Peter Bjørn Olsen  ·  First built: 1975
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About the L 23

With limited specifications available, the L 23 represents a modest-sized sailboat that likely falls into the small cruiser or day-sailer category based on its designation. Boats of this approximate size typically offer an appealing balance between manageable handling and enough interior space for weekend getaways or extended day sailing adventures. Given the "L" designation, this vessel may be part of a builder's series that emphasized practical sailing characteristics over racing performance. Such boats generally excel at coastal cruising and protected water sailing, where their size allows for easy single-handed or small crew operation while still providing adequate comfort for short-term cruising. The 23-foot length suggests a design optimized for trailer ability, making it an attractive option for sailors who prefer launching at different locations rather than maintaining a permanent slip. This flexibility opens up diverse sailing opportunities across various bodies of water. Without detailed specifications, the L 23's exact capabilities remain somewhat mysterious, but boats in this size range typically feature straightforward sailing characteristics that appeal to both developing sailors and experienced hands seeking a no-fuss sailing experience. The limited available information adds an element of discovery for potential owners interested in this particular model.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 23.56 ft / 7.18 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 19.78 ft / 6.03 m
Beam 7.87 ft / 2.40 m
Max Draft 4.27 ft / 1.30 m
Displacement 3,527.00 lb / 1,600 kg
Ballast 1,433.00 lb / 650 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 231.00 ft² / 21.46 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Lars Olsen
Builder Peter Bjørn Olsen
First Built 1975
Last Built 1988
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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
15.99
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
16.69
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
2.07
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. 5.96
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
2.55
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. 556.22
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 27.23
J (Foretriangle Base) 9.35
P (Mainsail Luff) 27.56
E (Mainsail Foot) 7.55
SA Fore 127.3
SA Main 104.04
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
L 23 ★
23.6 ft
Hunter 235
23.5 ft
Pearson 24
23.5 ft
Precision 23
23.4 ft
LWL
L 23 ★
19.8 ft
Hunter 235
20.5 ft
Pearson 24
18.5 ft
Precision 23
20.0 ft
Beam
L 23 ★
7.9 ft
Hunter 235
8.3 ft
Pearson 24
8.0 ft
Precision 23
8.5 ft
Displacement
L 23 ★
3 lbs
Hunter 235
3 lbs
Pearson 24
4 lbs
Precision 23
2 lbs
Ballast
L 23 ★
1 lbs
Hunter 235
1 lbs
Pearson 24
1 lbs
Precision 23
850 lbs
Sail Area
L 23 ★
231 sq ft
Hunter 235
250 sq ft
Pearson 24
Precision 23
248 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
L 23 ★
Hunter 235
Pearson 24
252 s/nm
Precision 23
243 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
L 23 ★
16.0
Hunter 235
16.4
Pearson 24
Precision 23
21.9
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
L 23 ★
Hunter 235
39.5 %
Pearson 24
41.9 %
Precision 23
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
L 23 ★
16.7
Hunter 235
Pearson 24
Precision 23
10.4
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
L 23 ★
2.07
Hunter 235
Pearson 24
Precision 23
2.53
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
L 23 ★
Hunter 235
196
Pearson 24
303
Precision 23
Hull Speed
L 23 ★
6.0 kts
Hunter 235
Pearson 24
Precision 23
6.0 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
L 23 ★
2.6
Hunter 235
Pearson 24
Precision 23
4.3
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