Back to Search
Scan 22
Designer: Aage Utzon  ·  Builder: Sandersen Plastic Boats  ·  First built: 1966
+ Add to Compare
About the Scan 22

Designed by renowned Danish architect Aage Utzon in 1966, this compact cruiser represents classic Scandinavian boat building philosophy with its emphasis on seaworthiness and practical design. Built by Sandersen Plastic Boats, the Scan 22 features traditional long keel construction with a transom-hung rudder, providing excellent directional stability and predictable handling characteristics that inspire confidence in novice sailors. With a displacement of 4,608 pounds and substantial ballast ratio, this fiberglass sloop offers impressive stability for its 21.65-foot length. The boat's comfort ratio of 31.94 indicates excellent motion comfort, while the capsize screening value of 1.57 suggests good stability margins for coastal cruising. The fractional sloop rig with 215 square feet of sail area provides manageable sail handling for a small crew. The Scan 22's long keel configuration makes it ideal for coastal cruising and short-handed sailing, though it sacrifices some pointing ability and maneuverability compared to modern fin keel designs. Its robust construction and forgiving nature have made it popular among sailing schools and cruising enthusiasts seeking a traditional sailing experience. The design prioritizes comfort and safety over speed, with a hull speed of 5.50 knots representing relaxed passage making rather than competitive sailing.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 21.65 ft / 6.60 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 16.86 ft / 5.14 m
Beam 6.53 ft / 1.99 m
Max Draft 3.71 ft / 1.13 m
Displacement 4,608.00 lb / 2,090 kg
Ballast 2,116.00 lb / 960 kg
Ballast Type Iron
Sail Area (Reported) 215.00 ft² / 19.97 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long keel w/trans. hung rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Aage Utzon
Builder Sandersen Plastic boats
First Built 1966
Owner Reviews

No owner reviews yet — be the first to share your experience with this boat.

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
 12.46
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
 45.92
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
 429.23
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
 31.94
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
 1.57
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. 5.50 kn
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. 393.38 pounds/inch
Engine & Accommodations
Fuel Capacity 6 gals / 23 L
Water Capacity 4 gals / 15 L
Find a Scan 22 For Sale
Y YachtWorld Brokerage listings S Sailboat Listings Sailboats only C Craigslist National search F Facebook Marketplace Local listings B boats.com Global marketplace