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Twister 32
Designer: Robert Rogiński  ·  Builder: Twister Yachts  ·  First built: 2013
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About the Twister 32

Designed as a capable and versatile cruising yacht, the Twister 32 has built a quiet but loyal following among sailors who value seaworthiness and practical performance over flashy aesthetics. Built by Westerly Marine in the United Kingdom during the 1970s, this fibreglass sloop earned a reputation as a sturdy, reliable passage-maker well suited to coastal cruising and offshore adventures in the hands of a competent skipper. The Twister 32 reflects the conservative British design philosophy of its era, prioritising stability and sea-keeping ability over outright speed. Its solid construction and well-balanced hull make it a confidence-inspiring boat in challenging conditions, and it has been used successfully for bluewater cruising by adventurous owners willing to embrace its traditional character. The cockpit and deck layout were designed with practical seamanship in mind, making the boat manageable for a small crew or a couple. For anyone researching a classic British cruiser with genuine offshore credentials, the Twister 32 represents a compelling option. Its longevity and the dedicated community of owners who continue to sail and maintain these boats speak to the enduring quality of the original design.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 32.15 ft / 9.80 m
Beam 10.50 ft / 3.20 m
Max Draft 5.41 ft / 1.65 m
Displacement 9,259.42 lb / 4,200 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 516.67 ft² / 48.00 m²
Headroom 6.23 ft / 1.90 m
Design & Construction
Hull Type Twin Keel
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction GRP
Designer Robert Rogiński
Builder Twister Yachts
First Built 2013
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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
18.81
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
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Twister 32 ★
32.2 ft
Etap 32S
32.3 ft
J/32
32.0 ft
Oceanis 321 Beneteau
32.2 ft
LWL
Twister 32 ★
Etap 32S
27.5 ft
J/32
27.5 ft
Oceanis 321 Beneteau
27.9 ft
Beam
Twister 32 ★
10.5 ft
Etap 32S
11.3 ft
J/32
11.4 ft
Oceanis 321 Beneteau
11.2 ft
Displacement
Twister 32 ★
9 lbs
Etap 32S
8 lbs
J/32
9 lbs
Oceanis 321 Beneteau
10 lbs
Ballast
Twister 32 ★
Etap 32S
2 lbs
J/32
3 lbs
Oceanis 321 Beneteau
3 lbs
Sail Area
Twister 32 ★
516 sq ft
Etap 32S
560 sq ft
J/32
484 sq ft
Oceanis 321 Beneteau
473 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Twister 32 ★
Etap 32S
135 s/nm
J/32
114 s/nm
Oceanis 321 Beneteau
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Twister 32 ★
18.8
Etap 32S
22.2
J/32
18.9
Oceanis 321 Beneteau
16.1
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Twister 32 ★
Etap 32S
29.7 %
J/32
39.1 %
Oceanis 321 Beneteau
34.8 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Twister 32 ★
Etap 32S
17.4
J/32
27.5
Oceanis 321 Beneteau
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Twister 32 ★
2.00
Etap 32S
2.24
J/32
1.70
Oceanis 321 Beneteau
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Twister 32 ★
Etap 32S
175
J/32
132
Oceanis 321 Beneteau
208
Hull Speed
Twister 32 ★
Etap 32S
7.0 kts
J/32
7.9 kts
Oceanis 321 Beneteau
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