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Little Harbor 57
Designer: Ted Hood  ·  Builder: Little Harbor Custom Yachts  ·  First built: 1983
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About the Little Harbor 57

Built by the renowned Little Harbor Custom Yachts in Massachusetts, this 57-foot sailing yacht represents the yard's commitment to creating sophisticated offshore cruising vessels. Little Harbor earned its reputation by producing well-engineered boats that blend traditional craftsmanship with modern performance capabilities. This substantial cruiser embodies the characteristics that made Little Harbor yachts highly sought after by serious offshore sailors. The design philosophy emphasizes seaworthiness and comfort for extended passages, making it well-suited for blue water cruising and long-distance sailing adventures. The boat's construction reflects the yard's attention to structural integrity and durability, traits essential for ocean crossings and challenging conditions. Little Harbor yachts are known for their thoughtful interior layouts that maximize living space without compromising sailing performance. The cockpit and deck arrangement typically prioritize both comfort and functionality, allowing crews to handle the boat efficiently while providing protection during rough weather passages. Given Little Harbor's reputation for building boats that maintain their value and performance over time, this model would appeal to experienced sailors seeking a proven platform for serious cruising endeavors, whether coastal or transoceanic.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 56.67 ft / 17.27 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 47.25 ft / 14.40 m
Beam 16.75 ft / 5.11 m
Max Draft 13.00 ft / 3.96 m
Min Draft 5.75 ft / 1.75 m
Displacement 54,000.00 lb / 24,494 kg
Ballast 22,000.00 lb / 9,979 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 1,595.00 ft² / 148.18 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Keel/Cbrd.
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Ted Hood
Builder Little Harbor Custom Yachts
First Built 1983
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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
17.94
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
39.08
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
1.78
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. 9.21
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. 2.0
How It Compares

vs. Nicholson 58, Oyster 55, Swan 57 Ss

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Dimensions
LOA
Little Harbor 57 ★
56.7 ft
Nicholson 58
57.6 ft
Oyster 55
56.3 ft
Swan 57 Ss
57.4 ft
LWL
Little Harbor 57 ★
47.3 ft
Nicholson 58
46.9 ft
Oyster 55
45.4 ft
Swan 57 Ss
45.8 ft
Beam
Little Harbor 57 ★
16.8 ft
Nicholson 58
15.6 ft
Oyster 55
15.8 ft
Swan 57 Ss
15.9 ft
Displacement
Little Harbor 57 ★
54 lbs
Nicholson 58
53 lbs
Oyster 55
51 lbs
Swan 57 Ss
49 lbs
Ballast
Little Harbor 57 ★
22 lbs
Nicholson 58
20 lbs
Oyster 55
13 lbs
Swan 57 Ss
18 lbs
Sail Area
Little Harbor 57 ★
1 sq ft
Nicholson 58
1 sq ft
Oyster 55
1 sq ft
Swan 57 Ss
1 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Little Harbor 57 ★
17.9
Nicholson 58
16.7
Oyster 55
18.6
Swan 57 Ss
17.4
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Little Harbor 57 ★
39.1
Nicholson 58
42.2
Oyster 55
41.2
Swan 57 Ss
39.2
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Little Harbor 57 ★
1.78
Nicholson 58
1.66
Oyster 55
1.70
Swan 57 Ss
1.73
Hull Speed
Little Harbor 57 ★
9.2 kts
Nicholson 58
9.2 kts
Oyster 55
9.0 kts
Swan 57 Ss
9.1 kts
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