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Puma 27

Designer: Ron Holland  ·  Builder: Naoglass, S.a.  ·  First built: 1979
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About the Puma 27

Designed as a capable and approachable sailboat, the Puma 27 occupies a practical niche for sailors seeking a versatile vessel suited to coastal cruising and day sailing. With a hull length that places it firmly in the accessible mid-range category, this boat appeals to both newer sailors looking to build confidence on the water and experienced hands wanting a manageable yet rewarding sailing experience. While detailed specifications for the Puma 27 are limited in public records, boats of this size and type are generally well regarded for their ease of handling, comfortable cockpit arrangements, and ability to perform reliably in a variety of wind and sea conditions. The 27-foot format lends itself naturally to weekend getaways, harbor hopping, and sheltered coastal passages where maneuverability and simplicity are valued over blue-water endurance. Prospective buyers researching the Puma 27 would benefit from consulting existing owners and class communities, as firsthand accounts often reveal the nuanced character of a boat that official documentation may not fully capture. Surveying an example in person remains the best path to understanding what this vessel offers.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 26.08 ft / 7.95 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 21.55 ft / 6.57 m
Beam 9.19 ft / 2.80 m
Max Draft 4.82 ft / 1.47 m
Displacement 5,467.00 lb / 2,480 kg
Ballast 2,227.00 lb / 1,010 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 330.00 ft² / 30.66 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Ron Holland
Builder Naoglass, S.A.
First Built 1979
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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
219
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
17.06
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
19.21
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
2.09
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. 6.22
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
2.24
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. 707.63
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 33.98
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.32
P (Mainsail Luff) 28.97
E (Mainsail Foot) 9.48
SA Fore 192.33
SA Main 137.32
How It Compares

vs. Capri 26 Catalina, First 265 Beneteau, Gt 26 Hinterhoeller, Impulse 26, X 79

This boat Similar boats
Dimensions
LOA
Puma 27 ★
26.1 ft
Capri 26 Catalina
26.0 ft
First 265 Beneteau
26.0 ft
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller
26.2 ft
Impulse 26
26.0 ft
X 79
26.1 ft
LWL
Puma 27 ★
21.6 ft
Capri 26 Catalina
22.5 ft
First 265 Beneteau
24.2 ft
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller
22.3 ft
Impulse 26
21.6 ft
X 79
21.0 ft
Beam
Puma 27 ★
9.2 ft
Capri 26 Catalina
9.1 ft
First 265 Beneteau
9.4 ft
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller
8.5 ft
Impulse 26
8.4 ft
X 79
9.5 ft
Displacement
Puma 27 ★
5 lbs
Capri 26 Catalina
4 lbs
First 265 Beneteau
4 lbs
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller
4 lbs
Impulse 26
2 lbs
X 79
2 lbs
Ballast
Puma 27 ★
2 lbs
Capri 26 Catalina
1 lbs
First 265 Beneteau
1 lbs
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller
1 lbs
Impulse 26
1 lbs
X 79
1 lbs
Sail Area
Puma 27 ★
330 sq ft
Capri 26 Catalina
268 sq ft
First 265 Beneteau
323 sq ft
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller
339 sq ft
Impulse 26
327 sq ft
X 79
316 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Puma 27 ★
219 s/nm
Capri 26 Catalina
213 s/nm
First 265 Beneteau
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller
Impulse 26
135 s/nm
X 79
162 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Puma 27 ★
17.1
Capri 26 Catalina
16.0
First 265 Beneteau
18.2
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller
20.0
Impulse 26
26.7
X 79
24.6
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Puma 27 ★
Capri 26 Catalina
37.5 %
First 265 Beneteau
29.8 %
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller
Impulse 26
X 79
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Puma 27 ★
19.2
Capri 26 Catalina
15.2
First 265 Beneteau
15.1
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller
17.1
Impulse 26
10.9
X 79
10.2
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Puma 27 ★
2.09
Capri 26 Catalina
2.22
First 265 Beneteau
2.24
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller
2.06
Impulse 26
2.41
X 79
2.63
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Puma 27 ★
Capri 26 Catalina
172
First 265 Beneteau
151
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller
Impulse 26
X 79
Hull Speed
Puma 27 ★
6.2 kts
Capri 26 Catalina
6.4 kts
First 265 Beneteau
6.6 kts
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller
6.3 kts
Impulse 26
6.2 kts
X 79
6.1 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Puma 27 ★
2.2
Capri 26 Catalina
First 265 Beneteau
3.5
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller
2.9
Impulse 26
5.2
X 79
4.5
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