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Victoire 22
Designer: D. Koopmans Sr.  ·  Builder: Victoire Jachtbouw (Nl)  ·  First built: 1961
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About the Victoire 22

Compact, practical, and well-suited to the coastal sailing enthusiast, the Victoire 22 is a small French-built sailboat that reflects the pragmatic design philosophy common among European production boats of its era. Designed with accessibility in mind, it appeals to sailors looking for an entry-level or single-handed coastal cruiser that remains manageable without sacrificing the enjoyment of genuine sailing. While detailed specifications are limited, the Victoire 22 carries the characteristics typical of boats in this class — a stable, forgiving hull that rewards beginners while remaining engaging enough for more experienced sailors on day sails and weekend adventures. Its modest size makes it easy to trailer, launch, and maintain, lowering the barrier to boat ownership for those new to the hobby or sailing on a tighter budget. For anyone researching an affordable and approachable coastal cruiser with French heritage, the Victoire 22 deserves consideration. Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect any example carefully and seek out owner communities, where firsthand accounts can offer valuable insight into the boat's real-world performance and quirks.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 21.65 ft / 6.60 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 18.70 ft / 5.70 m
Beam 7.22 ft / 2.20 m
Max Draft 3.12 ft / 0.95 m
Displacement 2,425.00 lb / 1,100 kg
Ballast 992.00 lb / 450 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer D. Koopmans Sr.
Builder Victoire Jachtbouw (NL)
First Built 1961
Number Built 1100
Related Sailboats ["Etap 22" · "Cs 22" · "Oday 22" · "Dehler 22" · "Dufour T7"]
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Performance Ratios
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
40.91
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
165.55
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. 2.89 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 15.55
P (Mainsail Luff) 175.00 ft² / 16.26 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 165.55
How It Compares

vs. Cs 22, Dehler 22, Oday 22

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Dimensions
LOA
Victoire 22 ★
21.7 ft
Cs 22
21.6 ft
Dehler 22
21.7 ft
Oday 22
21.7 ft
LWL
Victoire 22 ★
18.7 ft
Cs 22
17.5 ft
Dehler 22
18.1 ft
Oday 22
18.9 ft
Beam
Victoire 22 ★
7.2 ft
Cs 22
8.0 ft
Dehler 22
7.9 ft
Oday 22
7.2 ft
Displacement
Victoire 22 ★
2 lbs
Cs 22
2 lbs
Dehler 22
1 lbs
Oday 22
2 lbs
Ballast
Victoire 22 ★
992 lbs
Cs 22
1 lbs
Dehler 22
880 lbs
Oday 22
800 lbs
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Victoire 22 ★
Cs 22
249 s/nm
Dehler 22
228 s/nm
Oday 22
285 s/nm
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Victoire 22 ★
40.9 %
Cs 22
50.0 %
Dehler 22
44.4 %
Oday 22
36.7 %
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Victoire 22 ★
165
Cs 22
183
Dehler 22
150
Oday 22
143
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