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Moody 333
Designer: Angus Primrose  ·  Builder: Marine Projects Ltd.  ·  First built: 1981
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About the Moody 333

With limited specifications available for research, the Moody 333 represents part of Moody's legacy of producing well-regarded cruising sailboats from their British shipyard. Based on the model designation and Moody's established design philosophy, this boat likely falls into the coastal cruising category, designed for sailors seeking comfortable weekend getaways and extended coastal passages. Moody has historically focused on creating boats that balance sailing performance with livability, and the 333 presumably continues this tradition. The company's reputation centers on building solid, seaworthy vessels that prioritize comfort and practical sailing characteristics over outright speed. These boats typically feature thoughtful interior layouts that maximize space and amenities for their size class. Given Moody's design heritage, the 333 would likely appeal to sailors looking for a manageable-sized cruiser suitable for couples or small families. The boat would be well-suited for exploring coastal waters, island hopping, and longer coastal passages where comfort and reliability take precedence over racing performance. Moody's traditional approach to construction suggests the 333 would offer the kind of solid build quality and sailing manners that inspire confidence in varying conditions.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 33.00 ft / 10.06 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 28.42 ft / 8.66 m
Beam 11.42 ft / 3.48 m
Max Draft 4.75 ft / 1.45 m
Displacement 10,575.00 lb / 4,797 kg
Ballast 4,300.00 lb / 1,950 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 580.00 ft² / 53.88 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Twin Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Angus Primrose
Builder Marine Projects Ltd.
First Built 1981
Last Built 1983
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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
19.33
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
21.41
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
2.08
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. 7.14
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. 1.0
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Moody 333 ★
33.0 ft
Morgan Out Island 33
33.0 ft
Newport 33
33.0 ft
Nova 33 Albin
33.0 ft
LWL
Moody 333 ★
28.4 ft
Morgan Out Island 33
27.5 ft
Newport 33
27.0 ft
Nova 33 Albin
26.3 ft
Beam
Moody 333 ★
11.4 ft
Morgan Out Island 33
11.8 ft
Newport 33
10.8 ft
Nova 33 Albin
10.3 ft
Displacement
Moody 333 ★
10 lbs
Morgan Out Island 33
14 lbs
Newport 33
9 lbs
Nova 33 Albin
8 lbs
Ballast
Moody 333 ★
4 lbs
Morgan Out Island 33
5 lbs
Newport 33
4 lbs
Nova 33 Albin
3 lbs
Sail Area
Moody 333 ★
580 sq ft
Morgan Out Island 33
522 sq ft
Newport 33
466 sq ft
Nova 33 Albin
493 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Moody 333 ★
19.3
Morgan Out Island 33
14.1
Newport 33
16.7
Nova 33 Albin
19.5
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Moody 333 ★
Morgan Out Island 33
34.5 %
Newport 33
42.1 %
Nova 33 Albin
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Moody 333 ★
21.4
Morgan Out Island 33
28.6
Newport 33
21.4
Nova 33 Albin
19.9
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Moody 333 ★
2.08
Morgan Out Island 33
1.94
Newport 33
2.05
Nova 33 Albin
2.05
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Moody 333 ★
Morgan Out Island 33
311
Newport 33
215
Nova 33 Albin
Hull Speed
Moody 333 ★
7.1 kts
Morgan Out Island 33
7.0 kts
Newport 33
7.0 kts
Nova 33 Albin
6.9 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Moody 333 ★
Morgan Out Island 33
1.4
Newport 33
2.5
Nova 33 Albin
3.0
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