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Macgregor 25
Designer: Roger Macgregor  ·  Builder: Macgregor Yacht Corp. (Usa)  ·  First built: 1973
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About the Macgregor 25

With its distinctive trailer-sailer design, this versatile craft has carved out a unique niche in the recreational sailing market. MacGregor Marine built this model to bridge the gap between sailing and powerboating, incorporating a retractable keel system that allows for easy trailering and shallow-water exploration. The boat's lightweight construction and relatively spacious cockpit make it appealing for day sailing and weekend cruising in protected waters. Its design prioritizes ease of handling and transportability over heavy-weather performance, making it best suited for lakes, bays, and near-coastal sailing rather than serious offshore passages. The retractable keel configuration allows owners to launch from virtually any boat ramp and explore skinny waters that would challenge traditional deep-keel sailboats. MacGregor's reputation centers on creating affordable, user-friendly sailboats that lower the barrier to entry for new sailors. While purists sometimes debate the brand's dual-purpose sailing and motoring approach, the practical benefits have attracted a loyal following among recreational sailors who value convenience and versatility. The boat represents an ideal choice for sailors seeking a capable day-sailer with camping potential and maximum flexibility in where they can sail and store their vessel.

Market Price Estimate Beta
$4,995 – $5,200
typical asking price · boat only
Median $5,098  ·  4 listings used (1 outlier excluded)
Boat only
$4,995 – $5,200 4
With trailer
$3,000 – $3,000 4
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About this estimate
  • Prices are based on recent asking prices from public listings — not actual sale prices, which are typically lower.
  • Condition is not factored in. A well-maintained boat with new sails and engine can be worth significantly more than a project boat of the same model.
  • Location affects price. Boats in landlocked states or areas with fewer buyers often sell for less than those on the coast.
  • Year of manufacture is not filtered. Older examples of this model will generally be priced lower than newer ones.
  • Included equipment varies widely. A boat with a full suite of electronics, dodger, and new standing rigging may command a large premium.
  • Outliers are automatically excluded using statistical filtering to improve accuracy, but some bad data may remain.
Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 24.92 ft / 7.60 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.00 ft / 7.01 m
Beam 7.92 ft / 2.41 m
Max Draft 5.67 ft / 1.73 m
Displacement 2,100.00 lb / 953 kg
Ballast 625.00 lb / 283 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Keel/Cbrd.
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Roger Macgregor
Builder Macgregor Yacht Corp. (USA)
First Built 1973
Last Built 1987
Number Built 7000
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
228
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
29.76
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
77.05
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. 3.9 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 1.83 ft / 0.56 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 9.75 ft / 2.97 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 250.00 ft² / 23.23 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 77.05
How It Compares

vs. Com-Pac 25, Coronado 25, Venture 25

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Dimensions
LOA
Macgregor 25 ★
24.9 ft
Com-Pac 25
25.0 ft
Coronado 25
25.0 ft
Venture 25
24.9 ft
LWL
Macgregor 25 ★
23.0 ft
Com-Pac 25
21.5 ft
Coronado 25
20.1 ft
Venture 25
23.0 ft
Beam
Macgregor 25 ★
7.9 ft
Com-Pac 25
8.8 ft
Coronado 25
8.0 ft
Venture 25
7.9 ft
Displacement
Macgregor 25 ★
2 lbs
Com-Pac 25
4 lbs
Coronado 25
4 lbs
Venture 25
2 lbs
Ballast
Macgregor 25 ★
625 lbs
Com-Pac 25
1 lbs
Coronado 25
2 lbs
Venture 25
600 lbs
Sail Area
Macgregor 25 ★
Com-Pac 25
248 sq ft
Coronado 25
299 sq ft
Venture 25
231 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Macgregor 25 ★
228 s/nm
Com-Pac 25
222 s/nm
Coronado 25
231 s/nm
Venture 25
234 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Macgregor 25 ★
Com-Pac 25
15.2
Coronado 25
17.6
Venture 25
21.3
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Macgregor 25 ★
29.8 %
Com-Pac 25
38.1 %
Coronado 25
47.8 %
Venture 25
26.1 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Macgregor 25 ★
Com-Pac 25
15.9
Coronado 25
20.2
Venture 25
9.6
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Macgregor 25 ★
Com-Pac 25
2.17
Coronado 25
1.94
Venture 25
2.40
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Macgregor 25 ★
77
Com-Pac 25
188
Coronado 25
249
Venture 25
84
Hull Speed
Macgregor 25 ★
Com-Pac 25
6.2 kts
Coronado 25
6.0 kts
Venture 25
6.4 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Macgregor 25 ★
Com-Pac 25
Coronado 25
2.3
Venture 25
5.4
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