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Truant 33
Designer: William Garden  ·  Builder: Truant Marine  ·  First built: 1977
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About the Truant 33

Designed as a capable coastal and offshore cruiser, the Truant 33 is a mid-sized sailboat that appeals to sailors seeking a balanced combination of seakeeping ability and manageable handling. Built with bluewater sensibility in mind, this vessel carries the hallmarks of a serious passage-maker rather than a fair-weather daysailer, making it a practical choice for those looking to extend their range beyond protected waters. While detailed specifications on the Truant 33 remain relatively scarce, the boat has earned a quiet following among cruising enthusiasts who value its sturdy construction and dependable performance across a range of conditions. Its moderate proportions suggest a design philosophy rooted in stability and comfort on passage, prioritizing safety and endurance over outright speed. For the prospective buyer, the Truant 33 represents an honest, no-frills approach to ocean sailing. Those researching this model would do well to seek out owner communities and existing vessels for firsthand accounts, as real-world experience from current owners often reveals the most accurate picture of what life aboard this capable little cruiser truly offers.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 33.00 ft / 10.06 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 26.75 ft / 8.15 m
Beam 10.67 ft / 3.25 m
Max Draft 5.33 ft / 1.62 m
Displacement 13,500.00 lb / 6,123 kg
Ballast 5,000.00 lb / 2,268 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 505.00 ft² / 46.92 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer William Garden
Builder Truant Marine
First Built 1977
Related Sailboats ["Newport 33" · "Raider 33" · "Irwin 33" · "Alajuela 33" · "Endeavour 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
 14.3
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
 31.13
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
 1.8
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. 6.93
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
How It Compares

vs. Alajuela 33, Irwin 33, Raider 33

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Dimensions
LOA
Truant 33 ★
33.0 ft
Alajuela 33
33.0 ft
Irwin 33
33.0 ft
Raider 33
33.0 ft
LWL
Truant 33 ★
26.8 ft
Alajuela 33
27.5 ft
Irwin 33
27.5 ft
Raider 33
27.0 ft
Beam
Truant 33 ★
10.7 ft
Alajuela 33
10.7 ft
Irwin 33
11.2 ft
Raider 33
10.6 ft
Displacement
Truant 33 ★
13 lbs
Alajuela 33
13 lbs
Irwin 33
10 lbs
Raider 33
10 lbs
Ballast
Truant 33 ★
5 lbs
Alajuela 33
4 lbs
Irwin 33
4 lbs
Raider 33
4 lbs
Sail Area
Truant 33 ★
505 sq ft
Alajuela 33
575 sq ft
Irwin 33
514 sq ft
Raider 33
553 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Truant 33 ★
—
Alajuela 33
198 s/nm
Irwin 33
159 s/nm
Raider 33
149 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Truant 33 ★
14.3
Alajuela 33
16.3
Irwin 33
16.7
Raider 33
18.6
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Truant 33 ★
—
Alajuela 33
34.8 %
Irwin 33
—
Raider 33
39.4 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Truant 33 ★
31.1
Alajuela 33
30.6
Irwin 33
23.3
Raider 33
24.1
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Truant 33 ★
1.80
Alajuela 33
1.80
Irwin 33
2.02
Raider 33
1.94
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Truant 33 ★
—
Alajuela 33
289
Irwin 33
—
Raider 33
235
Hull Speed
Truant 33 ★
6.9 kts
Alajuela 33
7.0 kts
Irwin 33
7.0 kts
Raider 33
7.0 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Truant 33 ★
—
Alajuela 33
1.8
Irwin 33
2.3
Raider 33
2.3
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