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Vindo 50
Designer: Carl Andersson  ·  Builder: Vindö Marin Ab  ·  First built: 1974
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About the Vindo 50

A Swedish-built cruising yacht with a strong reputation for quality and seaworthiness, the Vindo 50 comes from the same heritage as the well-regarded Vindo line produced by Karlskronavarvet. Vindo boats earned a loyal following among Scandinavian sailors for their robust construction, practical layouts, and ability to handle the challenging conditions of the North Sea and Baltic. The 50 represents one of the larger offerings in the range, making it well suited to offshore passagemaking and extended bluewater cruising. While detailed specifications are limited, the Vindo 50 carries forward the design philosophy that defined the broader Vindo series — prioritizing seakeeping ability, sturdy build quality, and comfortable liveaboard accommodation over outright racing performance. Sailors drawn to this boat tend to value reliability and long-distance capability above all else. Her heritage suggests a capable, confidence-inspiring hull that rewards those who want to venture beyond coastal waters. For buyers researching a serious offshore cruiser with Scandinavian pedigree, the Vindo 50 deserves close attention, and seeking out owners through sailing communities can provide valuable firsthand insight.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 34.94 ft / 10.65 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 27.50 ft / 8.38 m
Beam 10.17 ft / 3.10 m
Max Draft 5.17 ft / 1.58 m
Displacement 11,480.00 lb / 5,207 kg
Ballast 5,290.00 lb / 2,400 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 540.00 ft² / 50.17 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Carl Andersson
Builder Vindö Marin AB
First Built 1974
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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
 182
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
 17.04
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
 27.17
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
 1.81
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. 7.03
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
 2.08
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. 999.31
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 38.6
J (Foretriangle Base) 13.6
P (Mainsail Luff) 35.3
E (Mainsail Foot) 13.3
SA Fore 262.48
SA Main 234.75
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