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Vindo 45
Designer: John H. Lindblom  ·  Builder: Vindö Marin Ab  ·  First built: 1981
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About the Vindo 45

Hailing from the respected Swedish boatbuilder Vindo, the Vindo 45 carries on a tradition of crafting capable, sea-kindly sailboats built with Scandinavian sensibility and offshore ambition. Vindo earned a loyal following throughout the latter half of the twentieth century by producing fiberglass cruising yachts known for their solid construction, conservative yet functional design, and ability to handle the demanding conditions of northern European waters. As with others in the Vindo lineup, the 45 is best understood as a serious bluewater cruiser rather than a racer or coastal day-sailor. Boats of this heritage typically feature a seakindly hull form, a well-balanced rig, and practical deck layouts designed for short-handed offshore sailing. Vindo's emphasis on quality construction and sailing performance over luxury appointments made their larger models particularly appealing to experienced sailors planning extended passages. For those researching the Vindo 45, detailed documentation can be scarce given the boat's age and relatively limited production numbers. Tracking down original builder specifications or connecting with the dedicated community of Vindo owners is recommended to get a fuller picture of this capable Scandinavian cruiser.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 33.73 ft / 10.28 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 26.90 ft / 8.20 m
Beam 10.93 ft / 3.33 m
Max Draft 5.25 ft / 1.60 m
Displacement 13,007.00 lb / 5,900 kg
Ballast 5,512.00 lb / 2,500 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 489.76 ft² / 45.50 m²
Headroom 6.27 ft / 1.91 m
Design & Construction
Hull Type Modified Full Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer John H. Lindblom
Builder Vindö Marin AB
First Built 1981
Last Built 1989
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
191
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
14.22
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
28.73
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
1.86
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. 6.95
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
1.55
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. 1.0
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 42.68
J (Foretriangle Base) 12.8
P (Mainsail Luff) 36.91
E (Mainsail Foot) 12.14
SA Fore 273.15
SA Main 224.04
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