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Promenade 72
Designer: Ernesto Quaranta  ·  Builder: Sibma Navale Italiana  ·  First built: 1972
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About the Promenade 72

Designed with comfort and coastal enjoyment in mind, the Promenade 72 is a sailboat that appears to cater to leisurely cruising rather than competitive racing. While detailed specifications for this model remain limited, the Promenade name itself suggests a vessel built for relaxed, pleasurable sailing experiences — the kind of boat that invites you to take your time and enjoy the journey. For prospective buyers researching this model, the Promenade 72 likely appeals to sailors seeking a capable coastal cruiser that balances ease of handling with a comfortable onboard experience. Boats in this category typically prioritize stability and manageable sail plans, making them well-suited to day sailing, weekend getaways, and exploring sheltered coastal waters. Given the scarcity of published data on this model, buyers are encouraged to seek out current owners, inspect the vessel thoroughly, and consult a qualified marine surveyor before purchase. Tracking down original builder documentation or class associations, if they exist, can also help fill in the gaps and provide a clearer picture of what this boat truly offers on the water.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 19.62 ft / 5.98 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 15.09 ft / 4.60 m
Beam 7.22 ft / 2.20 m
Max Draft 3.94 ft / 1.20 m
Displacement 1,451.00 lb / 658 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Swing Keel
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction Plywood
Designer Ernesto Quaranta
Builder Sibma Navale Italiana
First Built 1972
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Performance Ratios
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
188.52
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. 2.33 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 0.69 ft / 0.21 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 137.00 ft² / 12.73 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 188.52
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Promenade 72 ★
19.6 ft
Montego 19
19.5 ft
Nordica 20
19.5 ft
Oday 20
19.6 ft
LWL
Promenade 72 ★
15.1 ft
Montego 19
17.8 ft
Nordica 20
16.5 ft
Oday 20
17.3 ft
Beam
Promenade 72 ★
7.2 ft
Montego 19
7.2 ft
Nordica 20
7.7 ft
Oday 20
7.0 ft
Displacement
Promenade 72 ★
1 lbs
Montego 19
1 lbs
Nordica 20
2 lbs
Oday 20
2 lbs
Ballast
Promenade 72 ★
Montego 19
Nordica 20
1 lbs
Oday 20
400 lbs
Sail Area
Promenade 72 ★
Montego 19
167 sq ft
Nordica 20
188 sq ft
Oday 20
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Promenade 72 ★
Montego 19
288 s/nm
Nordica 20
Oday 20
280 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Promenade 72 ★
Montego 19
20.0
Nordica 20
16.3
Oday 20
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Promenade 72 ★
Montego 19
9.5
Nordica 20
14.8
Oday 20
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Promenade 72 ★
Montego 19
2.48
Nordica 20
2.26
Oday 20
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Promenade 72 ★
188
Montego 19
123
Nordica 20
Oday 20
204
Hull Speed
Promenade 72 ★
Montego 19
5.7 kts
Nordica 20
5.4 kts
Oday 20
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Promenade 72 ★
Montego 19
4.3
Nordica 20
2.1
Oday 20
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