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Twister 800
Designer: Robert Rogiński  ·  Builder: Raptor Shipyard  ·  First built: 2004
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About the Twister 800

Produced by the British manufacturer Twister Yachts, the Twister 800 is a compact and capable sailboat that appeals to sailors looking for a versatile, manageable cruiser. Designed with practicality in mind, this vessel is well suited to coastal and inland sailing, offering a confidence-inspiring platform for both novice sailors finding their feet and experienced hands seeking a spirited daysailer or weekend cruiser. The Twister range has long been associated with solid construction and a seaworthy character that punches above its size, and the 800 carries on that tradition. Its modest dimensions make it straightforward to single-hand or sail with a small crew, while still offering enough capability to handle varied conditions with composure. The hull form is designed to balance stability and responsiveness, giving the boat an enjoyable feel on the water without demanding too much from its crew. For those researching a first cruising boat or a low-maintenance coastal companion, the Twister 800 deserves serious consideration. Its combination of approachable handling and dependable build quality makes it a practical choice for relaxed coastal adventures.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 26.25 ft / 8.00 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.59 ft / 7.80 m
Beam 8.86 ft / 2.70 m
Max Draft 4.92 ft / 1.50 m
Min Draft 1.15 ft / 0.35 m
Displacement 4,850.17 lb / 2,200 kg
Ballast 1,322.77 lb / 600 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 333.68 ft² / 31.00 m²
Headroom 5.91 ft / 1.80 m
Design & Construction
Hull Type Lifting Keel
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction GRP
Designer Robert Rogiński
Builder Raptor Shipyard
First Built 2004
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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
18.69
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
15.9
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
2.1
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. 6.78
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. 810.12
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Twister 800 ★
26.3 ft
Cork 1720
26.3 ft
Firebird
26.3 ft
Winner 8
26.3 ft
LWL
Twister 800 ★
25.6 ft
Cork 1720
23.3 ft
Firebird
25.0 ft
Winner 8
24.0 ft
Beam
Twister 800 ★
8.9 ft
Cork 1720
8.2 ft
Firebird
17.3 ft
Winner 8
9.4 ft
Displacement
Twister 800 ★
4 lbs
Cork 1720
3 lbs
Firebird
1 lbs
Winner 8
5 lbs
Ballast
Twister 800 ★
1 lbs
Cork 1720
1 lbs
Firebird
Winner 8
2 lbs
Sail Area
Twister 800 ★
333 sq ft
Cork 1720
358 sq ft
Firebird
382 sq ft
Winner 8
430 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Twister 800 ★
18.7
Cork 1720
27.6
Firebird
61.2
Winner 8
22.8
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Twister 800 ★
15.9
Cork 1720
11.7
Firebird
Winner 8
16.9
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Twister 800 ★
2.10
Cork 1720
2.27
Firebird
Winner 8
2.15
Hull Speed
Twister 800 ★
6.8 kts
Cork 1720
6.5 kts
Firebird
Winner 8
6.6 kts
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