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Malabar Jr 1927
Designer: Alden  ·  First built: 1927
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About the Malabar Jr 1927

Named after the renowned Malabar series of ocean racing yachts, this 1927 design represents a fascinating piece of American sailing heritage from the golden age of yacht development. The Malabar Jr emerged during an era when naval architects were pushing boundaries in both racing performance and seaworthiness, following the successful legacy of her larger Malabar sisters. Built for serious sailing enthusiasts, this design reflects the robust construction standards and performance-oriented philosophy that made the Malabar name legendary in ocean racing circles. The hull form and proportions suggest capabilities well-suited for coastal cruising and club racing, with the structural integrity expected from vessels of this prestigious lineage. While detailed specifications remain elusive, the Malabar Jr's 1927 vintage places her squarely in the transition period between traditional heavy displacement designs and the emerging lighter, faster racing yachts. Her connection to the famous Malabar racing fleet, which dominated East Coast ocean racing in the 1920s and 1930s, suggests a design philosophy emphasizing both speed and seaworthiness. For today's sailors seeking a classic yacht with proven offshore heritage, the Malabar Jr represents an intriguing blend of racing pedigree and traditional craftsmanship.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 30.00 ft / 9.14 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.25 ft / 7.09 m
Beam 9.75 ft / 2.97 m
Max Draft 5.00 ft / 1.52 m
Displacement 12,683.00 lb / 5,753 kg
Ballast 4,800.00 lb / 2,177 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 579.00 ft² / 53.79 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Sloop or Yawl
Construction Wood
Designer Alden
First Built 1927
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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
17.09
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
37.35
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
1.68
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. 6.46
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. 809.98
How It Compares

vs. Acadian 30 Paceship, Cal 30, Cape Cod 30, Tahiti Ketch, Waterwitch 30 Mkii

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Dimensions
LOA
Malabar Jr 1927 ★
30.0 ft
Acadian 30 Paceship
30.0 ft
Cal 30
30.0 ft
Cape Cod 30
30.0 ft
Tahiti Ketch
30.0 ft
Waterwitch 30 Mkii
30.0 ft
LWL
Malabar Jr 1927 ★
23.3 ft
Acadian 30 Paceship
21.8 ft
Cal 30
24.5 ft
Cape Cod 30
23.2 ft
Tahiti Ketch
27.0 ft
Waterwitch 30 Mkii
26.0 ft
Beam
Malabar Jr 1927 ★
9.8 ft
Acadian 30 Paceship
8.5 ft
Cal 30
10.0 ft
Cape Cod 30
9.0 ft
Tahiti Ketch
10.0 ft
Waterwitch 30 Mkii
8.5 ft
Displacement
Malabar Jr 1927 ★
12 lbs
Acadian 30 Paceship
7 lbs
Cal 30
9 lbs
Cape Cod 30
7 lbs
Tahiti Ketch
18 lbs
Waterwitch 30 Mkii
9 lbs
Ballast
Malabar Jr 1927 ★
4 lbs
Acadian 30 Paceship
3 lbs
Cal 30
3 lbs
Cape Cod 30
Tahiti Ketch
Waterwitch 30 Mkii
2 lbs
Sail Area
Malabar Jr 1927 ★
579 sq ft
Acadian 30 Paceship
387 sq ft
Cal 30
420 sq ft
Cape Cod 30
438 sq ft
Tahiti Ketch
Waterwitch 30 Mkii
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Malabar Jr 1927 ★
Acadian 30 Paceship
Cal 30
183 s/nm
Cape Cod 30
204 s/nm
Tahiti Ketch
Waterwitch 30 Mkii
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Malabar Jr 1927 ★
17.1
Acadian 30 Paceship
17.0
Cal 30
14.9
Cape Cod 30
19.2
Tahiti Ketch
Waterwitch 30 Mkii
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Malabar Jr 1927 ★
37.4
Acadian 30 Paceship
25.8
Cal 30
26.4
Cape Cod 30
23.0
Tahiti Ketch
46.4
Waterwitch 30 Mkii
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Malabar Jr 1927 ★
1.68
Acadian 30 Paceship
1.78
Cal 30
1.89
Cape Cod 30
1.88
Tahiti Ketch
1.53
Waterwitch 30 Mkii
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Malabar Jr 1927 ★
Acadian 30 Paceship
Cal 30
Cape Cod 30
251
Tahiti Ketch
408
Waterwitch 30 Mkii
241
Hull Speed
Malabar Jr 1927 ★
6.5 kts
Acadian 30 Paceship
6.3 kts
Cal 30
6.6 kts
Cape Cod 30
6.5 kts
Tahiti Ketch
7.0 kts
Waterwitch 30 Mkii
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Malabar Jr 1927 ★
Acadian 30 Paceship
1.7
Cal 30
1.6
Cape Cod 30
2.4
Tahiti Ketch
Waterwitch 30 Mkii
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