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Vindo 22
Designer: Carl Andersson  ·  Builder: Nötesund Varv Ab  ·  First built: 1968
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About the Vindo 22

Hailing from Sweden's rich tradition of quality boatbuilding, the Vindo 22 is a compact cruising sailboat that earned a loyal following among sailors seeking a capable and well-built small cruiser. Produced by Vindo, a manufacturer known for crafting sturdy, seaworthy vessels, this boat carries the hallmarks of Scandinavian design philosophy — practical, robust, and built to handle real conditions on the water. Suited primarily to coastal cruising and daysailing, the Vindo 22 appeals to those looking for a manageable yet genuinely capable boat. Its size makes it accessible for solo or short-handed sailing while still offering enough comfort for weekend adventures. Scandinavian-built boats of this era were typically designed with an emphasis on solid construction and conservative, sea-kindly hull forms, and the Vindo 22 is no exception to that reputation. For buyers considering a small cruiser with a heritage of quality craftsmanship, the Vindo 22 represents an interesting option worth exploring. Researching available examples and consulting owners' communities will help prospective buyers better understand condition variables and any model-specific quirks to look out for.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 23.29 ft / 7.10 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 18.54 ft / 5.65 m
Beam 7.05 ft / 2.15 m
Max Draft 3.61 ft / 1.10 m
Displacement 3,307.00 lb / 1,500 kg
Ballast 1,543.00 lb / 700 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 237.00 ft² / 22.02 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Carl Andersson
Builder Nötesund Varv AB
First Built 1968
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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
17.13
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
18.97
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
1.9
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. 5.77
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. 467.03
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