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Lancer 25 Ps
Designer: Herb David  ·  Builder: Lancer Yachts (Usa)  ·  First built: 1985
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About the Lancer 25 Ps

Built by Lancer Yachts beginning in 1985, this Herb David-designed 25-footer represents solid American fiberglass construction aimed at performance-oriented coastal sailing. The fractional sloop rig and modern fin keel with spade rudder configuration delivers responsive handling that appeals to sailors seeking an engaging sailing experience without excessive complexity. With a displacement of 3,500 pounds and 1,250 pounds of ballast, the Lancer 25 Ps strikes a reasonable balance between stability and performance. The sail area of 280 square feet provides adequate power for spirited sailing, while the 8-foot beam offers sufficient interior space for a boat this size. The 3.33-foot draft makes it suitable for exploring shallower coastal waters and smaller harbors. The design's SA/Displacement ratio of 19.49 suggests moderate performance capability, making it well-suited for club racing, coastal cruising, and day sailing. The comfort ratio of 15.71 indicates this boat favors performance over heavy-weather comfort, typical of designs from this era that emphasized sailing excitement over long-distance cruising amenities. This Lancer model appeals to sailors wanting a straightforward, well-built boat for coastal adventures, weekend cruising, and competitive sailing in protected waters. Its manageable size makes it an excellent choice for those transitioning to larger boats or seeking an easily handled coastal cruiser.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 24.67 ft / 7.52 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 20.25 ft / 6.17 m
Beam 8.00 ft / 2.44 m
Max Draft 3.33 ft / 1.01 m
Displacement 3,500.00 lb / 1,588 kg
Ballast 1,250.00 lb / 567 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 280.00 ft² / 26.01 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Herb David
Builder Lancer Yachts (USA)
First Built 1985
Related Sailboats ["Capri 25 Catalina" · "Dehler 25" · "Ericson 25" · "First 25 Beneteau" · "Santana 525"]
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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
 19.49
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
 35.71
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
 188.17
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
 15.71
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
 2.11
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. 6.03 kn
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
 3.15
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. 578.84 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 19.53
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 29.00 ft / 8.84 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 8.75 ft / 2.67 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 29.00 ft / 8.84 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 10.60 ft / 3.23 m
SA Fore 126.88 ft² / 11.79 m²
SA Main 153.70 ft² / 14.28 m²
SA Total (100%) 280.58 ft² / 26.07 m²
Est. Forestay Length 30.29 ft / 9.23 m
Engine & Accommodations
Water Capacity 20 gals / 76 L
How It Compares

vs. Dehler 25, Ericson 25, First 25 Beneteau

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Dimensions
LOA
Lancer 25 Ps ★
24.7 ft
Dehler 25
24.8 ft
Ericson 25
24.7 ft
First 25 Beneteau
24.6 ft
LWL
Lancer 25 Ps ★
20.3 ft
Dehler 25
21.8 ft
Ericson 25
20.8 ft
First 25 Beneteau
21.8 ft
Beam
Lancer 25 Ps ★
8.0 ft
Dehler 25
8.3 ft
Ericson 25
8.0 ft
First 25 Beneteau
9.2 ft
Displacement
Lancer 25 Ps ★
3 lbs
Dehler 25
3 lbs
Ericson 25
5 lbs
First 25 Beneteau
3 lbs
Ballast
Lancer 25 Ps ★
1 lbs
Dehler 25
1 lbs
Ericson 25
2 lbs
First 25 Beneteau
1 lbs
Sail Area
Lancer 25 Ps ★
280 sq ft
Dehler 25
254 sq ft
Ericson 25
—
First 25 Beneteau
282 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Lancer 25 Ps ★
—
Dehler 25
198 s/nm
Ericson 25
222 s/nm
First 25 Beneteau
—
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Lancer 25 Ps ★
19.5
Dehler 25
18.6
Ericson 25
—
First 25 Beneteau
18.1
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Lancer 25 Ps ★
35.7 %
Dehler 25
45.9 %
Ericson 25
49.0 %
First 25 Beneteau
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Lancer 25 Ps ★
15.7
Dehler 25
13.2
Ericson 25
—
First 25 Beneteau
14.1
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Lancer 25 Ps ★
2.11
Dehler 25
2.24
Ericson 25
—
First 25 Beneteau
2.33
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Lancer 25 Ps ★
188
Dehler 25
139
Ericson 25
251
First 25 Beneteau
—
Hull Speed
Lancer 25 Ps ★
6.0 kts
Dehler 25
6.3 kts
Ericson 25
—
First 25 Beneteau
6.3 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Lancer 25 Ps ★
3.2
Dehler 25
3.8
Ericson 25
—
First 25 Beneteau
3.2
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