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Maxi 68
Designer: Pelle Petterson  ·  Builder: Maxi Yachts /Börjesson Brothers  ·  First built: 1975
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About the Maxi 68

With limited specifications publicly available, the Maxi 68 represents a larger sailing vessel that likely bridges the gap between serious cruising and performance sailing. The "68" designation suggests a substantial yacht in the 68-foot range, positioning it firmly in the luxury cruising market where comfort and capability must work in harmony. Boats of this caliber typically excel in offshore passages and extended cruising scenarios, offering the size and stability needed for ocean crossings while maintaining enough performance characteristics to satisfy demanding sailors. The Maxi name often implies a focus on maximizing sailing potential within given parameters, suggesting this yacht would appeal to owners seeking both adventure and refinement. Given its size class, the Maxi 68 would likely feature spacious accommodations suitable for extended voyages with family or crew, while maintaining the structural integrity required for serious offshore work. The limited availability of detailed specifications may indicate either a boutique production run or a design that remained in development phases. For prospective buyers researching larger cruising yachts, the Maxi 68 would merit consideration alongside other established offshore cruisers, though additional research into specific examples and their documented performance would be advisable.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 22.31 ft / 6.80 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 19.52 ft / 5.95 m
Beam 7.87 ft / 2.40 m
Max Draft 4.20 ft / 1.28 m
Displacement 3,417.00 lb / 1,550 kg
Ballast 1,433.00 lb / 650 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 212.00 ft² / 19.70 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rigging Type Fractional (7/8) Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Pelle Petterson
Builder Maxi Yachts /Börjesson Brothers
First Built 1975
Last Built 1981
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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
14.99
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
16.61
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
2.09
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. 5.92
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
2.41
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. 548.91
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 25.43
J (Foretriangle Base) 8.76
P (Mainsail Luff) 24.61
E (Mainsail Foot) 8.2
SA Fore 111.38
SA Main 100.9
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Maxi 68 ★
22.3 ft
Pearson 22
22.3 ft
Santana 22
22.3 ft
Tanzer 22
22.5 ft
LWL
Maxi 68 ★
19.5 ft
Pearson 22
18.5 ft
Santana 22
18.8 ft
Tanzer 22
19.8 ft
Beam
Maxi 68 ★
7.9 ft
Pearson 22
7.8 ft
Santana 22
7.5 ft
Tanzer 22
7.8 ft
Displacement
Maxi 68 ★
3 lbs
Pearson 22
2 lbs
Santana 22
2 lbs
Tanzer 22
2 lbs
Ballast
Maxi 68 ★
1 lbs
Pearson 22
1 lbs
Santana 22
1 lbs
Tanzer 22
1 lbs
Sail Area
Maxi 68 ★
212 sq ft
Pearson 22
218 sq ft
Santana 22
218 sq ft
Tanzer 22
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Maxi 68 ★
Pearson 22
252 s/nm
Santana 22
245 s/nm
Tanzer 22
246 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Maxi 68 ★
15.0
Pearson 22
18.5
Santana 22
18.5
Tanzer 22
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Maxi 68 ★
Pearson 22
Santana 22
47.3 %
Tanzer 22
43.1 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Maxi 68 ★
16.6
Pearson 22
13.4
Santana 22
13.9
Tanzer 22
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Maxi 68 ★
2.09
Pearson 22
2.26
Santana 22
2.18
Tanzer 22
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Maxi 68 ★
Pearson 22
Santana 22
176
Tanzer 22
168
Hull Speed
Maxi 68 ★
5.9 kts
Pearson 22
5.8 kts
Santana 22
5.8 kts
Tanzer 22
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Maxi 68 ★
2.4
Pearson 22
3.1
Santana 22
3.2
Tanzer 22
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