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Maxi 100
Designer: Pelle Petterson  ·  Builder: Maxi Yachts / Börjesson Brothers  ·  First built: 1983
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About the Maxi 100

With limited specification data available, this performance-oriented sailboat represents an intriguing option for sailors seeking a capable vessel in the 100-series category. The Maxi designation typically indicates a boat designed with performance cruising in mind, suggesting this model likely balances sailing excitement with practical accommodation needs. Based on the naming convention, this yacht would be well-suited for coastal cruising and club racing, offering the kind of spirited sailing performance that makes weekend trips and harbor races equally rewarding. The design philosophy behind boats in this category typically emphasizes responsive handling characteristics while maintaining enough interior volume for comfortable short-term cruising. Sailors considering this model should expect a boat that prioritizes sailing performance over maximum interior space, making it an excellent choice for those who value time on deck over time below. The limited available specifications suggest this may be either a specialized or regional model, potentially offering unique design characteristics that set it apart from more common production boats. For prospective buyers, the scarcity of detailed specifications makes hands-on evaluation particularly important when assessing this vessel's suitability for intended sailing applications.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 34.45 ft / 10.50 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.59 ft / 7.80 m
Beam 10.50 ft / 3.20 m
Max Draft 5.08 ft / 1.55 m
Displacement 9,921.00 lb / 4,500 kg
Ballast 3,527.00 lb / 1,600 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 387.00 ft² / 35.95 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Pelle Petterson
Builder Maxi Yachts / Börjesson Brothers
First Built 1983
Last Built 1985
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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
 13.46
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
 23.68
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
 1.96
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. 6.78
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
 1.7
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. 960.08
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 37.4
J (Foretriangle Base) 10.96
P (Mainsail Luff) 34.12
E (Mainsail Foot) 10.66
SA Fore 204.95
SA Main 181.86
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