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Mistral 33
Designer: Olle Enderlein  ·  Builder: Hallberg-Rassy  ·  First built: 1968
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About the Mistral 33

Built by Sweden's prestigious Hallberg-Rassy yard from 1968 to 1976, this Olle Enderlein-designed cruiser represents classic Scandinavian yacht-building excellence from the era when fiberglass construction was revolutionizing sailing. With 216 hulls produced over eight years, the Mistral 33 earned a solid reputation among cruising sailors seeking reliable offshore capability in a manageable size. The design showcases traditional proportions with a generous beam of 10.08 feet and substantial displacement of 12,750 pounds, creating a stable platform well-suited for coastal and offshore cruising. The fin keel with rudder on skeg configuration provides good directional stability while maintaining reasonable performance, enhanced by a masthead sloop rig carrying 484 square feet of sail area. Her comfort ratio of 32.36 indicates a motion that favors seaworthiness over speed, while the capsize screening value of 1.73 suggests good stability characteristics for extended cruising. The moderate sail area to displacement ratio of 14.24 confirms this is a cruising-oriented design rather than a racing machine. Hallberg-Rassy's reputation for robust construction and attention to detail makes the Mistral 33 an attractive option for sailors seeking a proven offshore cruiser with classic Swedish pedigree.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 33.42 ft / 10.19 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.75 ft / 7.85 m
Beam 10.08 ft / 3.07 m
Max Draft 4.83 ft / 1.47 m
Displacement 12,750.00 lb / 5,783 kg
Ballast 5,290.00 lb / 2,400 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 484.00 ft² / 44.97 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Olle Enderlein
Builder Hallberg-Rassy
First Built 1968
Last Built 1976
Number Built 216
Associations Half Ton Class
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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
 189
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
 14.24
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
 41.49
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
 333.37
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
 32.36
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
 1.73
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. 6.80 kn
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
 1.32
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. 927.44 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 14.22
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 43.00 ft / 13.11 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 12.00 ft / 3.66 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 37.00 ft / 11.28 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 12.18 ft / 3.71 m
SA Fore 258.00 ft² / 23.97 m²
SA Main 225.33 ft² / 20.93 m²
SA Total (100%) 483.33 ft² / 44.90 m²
Est. Forestay Length 44.64 ft / 13.61 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Volvo Penta
Engine Model MD 2B
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 25
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