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Nauticat 33
Designer: W. Aarnipalo  ·  Builder: Siltala Yachts  ·  First built: 1967
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About the Nauticat 33

Hailing from Finland's Nauticat Yachts, the Nauticat 33 is a motorsailer that has earned a devoted following among sailors who prioritize comfort and versatility on the water. Designed with a practical, seaworthy character, this vessel blends sailing capability with the reliability and shelter that long-distance coastal and offshore cruising demands. Nauticat's reputation rests heavily on its commitment to quality construction and functional design, and the 33 carries that tradition well. The boat's pilothouse configuration — a hallmark of the Nauticat line — offers exceptional all-weather protection, making it particularly appealing to sailors who cruise in northern European conditions or anywhere that unpredictable weather is a factor. This makes the Nauticat 33 a strong choice for blue-water passage-making as well as extended coastal cruising. For those researching a liveaboard or long-haul cruising platform, the Nauticat 33 presents a compelling case. Its Finnish-built heritage speaks to robust construction, and its motorsailer DNA means it won't leave you stranded in light air. It rewards sailors who value practicality, endurance, and the ability to cruise comfortably in a wide range of conditions.

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$20,000 – $40,000
typical asking price
Median $30,000  ·  4 listings used
All listings
$20,000 – $40,000 4
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  • Location affects price. Boats in landlocked states or areas with fewer buyers often sell for less than those on the coast.
  • Year of manufacture is not filtered. Older examples of this model will generally be priced lower than newer ones.
  • Included equipment varies widely. A boat with a full suite of electronics, dodger, and new standing rigging may command a large premium.
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Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 33.17 ft / 10.11 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 28.17 ft / 8.59 m
Beam 10.67 ft / 3.25 m
Max Draft 5.08 ft / 1.55 m
Displacement 17,250.00 lb / 7,824 kg
Ballast 5,150.00 lb / 2,336 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 475.00 ft² / 44.13 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Ketch
Construction FG
Designer W. Aarnipalo
Builder Siltala Yachts
First Built 1967
Last Built 1996
Related Sailboats ["Island Packet 320" · "Cape Dory 33" · "Westerly 33" · "Cape Dory 330" · "Csy 33"]
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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
 11.43
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
 38.38
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
 1.65
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. 7.11
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
 1.04
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
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 40.7
J (Foretriangle Base) 13.7
P (Mainsail Luff) 35.1
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.2
SA Fore 278.8
SA Main 196.56
How It Compares

vs. Cape Dory 33, Cape Dory 330, Westerly 33

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Dimensions
LOA
Nauticat 33 ★
33.2 ft
Cape Dory 33
33.0 ft
Cape Dory 330
33.0 ft
Westerly 33
33.3 ft
LWL
Nauticat 33 ★
28.2 ft
Cape Dory 33
24.5 ft
Cape Dory 330
24.5 ft
Westerly 33
28.5 ft
Beam
Nauticat 33 ★
10.7 ft
Cape Dory 33
10.3 ft
Cape Dory 330
10.3 ft
Westerly 33
11.2 ft
Displacement
Nauticat 33 ★
17 lbs
Cape Dory 33
13 lbs
Cape Dory 330
13 lbs
Westerly 33
14 lbs
Ballast
Nauticat 33 ★
5 lbs
Cape Dory 33
5 lbs
Cape Dory 330
5 lbs
Westerly 33
6 lbs
Sail Area
Nauticat 33 ★
475 sq ft
Cape Dory 33
546 sq ft
Cape Dory 330
546 sq ft
Westerly 33
526 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Nauticat 33 ★
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Cape Dory 33
174 s/nm
Cape Dory 330
165 s/nm
Westerly 33
210 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Nauticat 33 ★
11.4
Cape Dory 33
15.6
Cape Dory 330
15.6
Westerly 33
14.3
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Nauticat 33 ★
38.4
Cape Dory 33
34.2
Cape Dory 330
34.2
Westerly 33
29.8
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Nauticat 33 ★
1.65
Cape Dory 33
1.73
Cape Dory 330
1.73
Westerly 33
1.84
Hull Speed
Nauticat 33 ★
7.1 kts
Cape Dory 33
6.6 kts
Cape Dory 330
6.6 kts
Westerly 33
7.2 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Nauticat 33 ★
1.0
Cape Dory 33
1.0
Cape Dory 330
1.1
Westerly 33
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