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Miura 31
Designer: Oswald Berkemeyer  ·  Builder: Nebe Boatbuilders (Sa)  ·  First built: 1978
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About the Miura 31

Designed as a performance-oriented cruiser, this Italian sailboat represents a thoughtful approach to mid-sized yacht construction from the Mediterranean sailing tradition. With limited technical specifications publicly available, the Miura 31 appears to have been produced in relatively small numbers, making it a somewhat rare find in today's used boat market. Based on its proportions and design lineage, this vessel would be well-suited for coastal cruising and club racing activities. The boat's Italian heritage suggests attention to styling and finish quality, characteristics typical of Mediterranean builders who emphasize both performance and aesthetic appeal. Prospective buyers should expect a boat that balances sailing capability with comfortable accommodations for extended weekends or coastal passages. The 31-foot length provides sufficient interior volume for a small crew while maintaining manageable handling characteristics for experienced sailors. Given the limited availability of detailed specifications, potential purchasers would be wise to conduct thorough surveys and seek out owner communities or sailing forums where firsthand experiences might provide valuable insights into the boat's sailing characteristics, build quality, and long-term reliability. The Miura 31 represents an interesting option for sailors seeking something distinctive from the mainstream production boat market.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 31.00 ft / 9.45 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 28.00 ft / 8.53 m
Beam 10.00 ft / 3.05 m
Max Draft 5.00 ft / 1.52 m
Displacement 10,700.00 lb / 4,853 kg
Ballast 4,000.00 lb / 1,814 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Oswald Berkemeyer
Builder Nebe Boatbuilders (SA)
First Built 1978
Number Built 250
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Performance Ratios
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
37.38
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
217.6
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. 6.0 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 37.38
P (Mainsail Luff) 217.60
E (Mainsail Foot) 1,000.47 pounds/inch
How It Compares

vs. Bristol 311, Hughes 31, Rasmus 31, Seafarer 31 Mkii, Willing 31

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Dimensions
LOA
Miura 31 ★
31.0 ft
Bristol 311
31.0 ft
Hughes 31
31.0 ft
Rasmus 31
31.0 ft
Seafarer 31 Mkii
31.0 ft
Willing 31
31.0 ft
LWL
Miura 31 ★
28.0 ft
Bristol 311
24.8 ft
Hughes 31
24.0 ft
Rasmus 31
24.8 ft
Seafarer 31 Mkii
25.1 ft
Willing 31
25.2 ft
Beam
Miura 31 ★
10.0 ft
Bristol 311
10.2 ft
Hughes 31
9.7 ft
Rasmus 31
10.0 ft
Seafarer 31 Mkii
9.8 ft
Willing 31
10.3 ft
Displacement
Miura 31 ★
10 lbs
Bristol 311
11 lbs
Hughes 31
9 lbs
Rasmus 31
9 lbs
Seafarer 31 Mkii
10 lbs
Willing 31
7 lbs
Ballast
Miura 31 ★
4 lbs
Bristol 311
4 lbs
Hughes 31
3 lbs
Rasmus 31
Seafarer 31 Mkii
4 lbs
Willing 31
2 lbs
Sail Area
Miura 31 ★
Bristol 311
455 sq ft
Hughes 31
Rasmus 31
414 sq ft
Seafarer 31 Mkii
Willing 31
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Miura 31 ★
Bristol 311
Hughes 31
191 s/nm
Rasmus 31
201 s/nm
Seafarer 31 Mkii
Willing 31
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Miura 31 ★
Bristol 311
14.6
Hughes 31
Rasmus 31
14.8
Seafarer 31 Mkii
Willing 31
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Miura 31 ★
37.4 %
Bristol 311
40.2 %
Hughes 31
36.8 %
Rasmus 31
Seafarer 31 Mkii
47.1 %
Willing 31
37.1 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Miura 31 ★
Bristol 311
29.6
Hughes 31
Rasmus 31
25.7
Seafarer 31 Mkii
Willing 31
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Miura 31 ★
Bristol 311
1.82
Hughes 31
Rasmus 31
1.89
Seafarer 31 Mkii
Willing 31
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Miura 31 ★
217
Bristol 311
329
Hughes 31
293
Rasmus 31
Seafarer 31 Mkii
291
Willing 31
195
Hull Speed
Miura 31 ★
Bristol 311
6.7 kts
Hughes 31
Rasmus 31
6.7 kts
Seafarer 31 Mkii
Willing 31
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Miura 31 ★
Bristol 311
1.4
Hughes 31
Rasmus 31
1.7
Seafarer 31 Mkii
Willing 31
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