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Rodgers 33
Designer: Rodgers  ·  First built: 1980
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About the Rodgers 33

Designed for sailors who want a capable and versatile coastal cruiser, the Rodgers 33 is a New Zealand-built production sailboat that earned a loyal following among bluewater enthusiasts in the Southern Hemisphere. Emerging from the respected Rodgers Yacht Design stable, the boat reflects a practical approach to offshore sailing, balancing seakeeping ability with comfortable liveaboard accommodation. The Rodgers 33 carries a reputation for being a solid, well-mannered vessel that handles challenging conditions with confidence, making it a sensible choice for coastal passages and extended cruising alike. Its construction reflects the robust building standards that characterized New Zealand production boats of its era, offering durability that appeals to budget-conscious buyers seeking a capable bluewater platform without the premium price tag of more prominent marques. For those researching a first offshore cruiser or a dependable passage-maker, the Rodgers 33 presents an interesting option worth exploring further. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek out owners' associations and existing owners for firsthand accounts, as community knowledge often provides the richest picture of what life aboard this understated cruiser is truly like.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 32.83 ft / 10.01 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.50 ft / 7.77 m
Beam 11.00 ft / 3.35 m
Max Draft 6.00 ft / 1.83 m
Displacement 8,200.00 lb / 3,719 kg
Ballast 4,200.00 lb / 1,905 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 533.00 ft² / 49.52 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Rodgers
First Built 1980
Related Sailboats ["Us 33" · "Cc 33" · "X 34 Ton" · "Freedom 32" · "Northshore 33"]
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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
 129
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
 21.04
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
 18.77
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
 2.19
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. 6.77
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
 2.88
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) 42.8
J (Foretriangle Base) 12.5
P (Mainsail Luff) 38.5
E (Mainsail Foot) 13.8
SA Fore 267.5
SA Main 265.65
How It Compares

vs. Cc 33, Freedom 32, X 34 Ton

This boat Similar boats
Dimensions
LOA
Rodgers 33 ★
32.8 ft
Cc 33
32.9 ft
Freedom 32
32.8 ft
X 34 Ton
32.8 ft
LWL
Rodgers 33 ★
25.5 ft
Cc 33
26.4 ft
Freedom 32
25.8 ft
X 34 Ton
25.6 ft
Beam
Rodgers 33 ★
11.0 ft
Cc 33
10.5 ft
Freedom 32
12.3 ft
X 34 Ton
11.1 ft
Displacement
Rodgers 33 ★
8 lbs
Cc 33
9 lbs
Freedom 32
8 lbs
X 34 Ton
7 lbs
Ballast
Rodgers 33 ★
4 lbs
Cc 33
4 lbs
Freedom 32
3 lbs
X 34 Ton
—
Sail Area
Rodgers 33 ★
533 sq ft
Cc 33
502 sq ft
Freedom 32
—
X 34 Ton
543 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Rodgers 33 ★
129 s/nm
Cc 33
—
Freedom 32
162 s/nm
X 34 Ton
—
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Rodgers 33 ★
21.0
Cc 33
17.6
Freedom 32
—
X 34 Ton
22.8
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Rodgers 33 ★
—
Cc 33
41.6 %
Freedom 32
39.1 %
X 34 Ton
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Rodgers 33 ★
18.8
Cc 33
23.3
Freedom 32
—
X 34 Ton
16.9
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Rodgers 33 ★
2.19
Cc 33
1.97
Freedom 32
—
X 34 Ton
2.27
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Rodgers 33 ★
—
Cc 33
237
Freedom 32
234
X 34 Ton
199
Hull Speed
Rodgers 33 ★
6.8 kts
Cc 33
6.9 kts
Freedom 32
—
X 34 Ton
6.8 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Rodgers 33 ★
2.9
Cc 33
2.4
Freedom 32
—
X 34 Ton
3.3
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