Compass Yachts Ltd. Aloa 27

Sailboat 28′ 2″ Since 1970

Overview

Builder
Compass Yachts Ltd.
Model
Aloa 27
Type
Sailboat
Built
1970–1981
Designer
Gunter Heuchmer & Don Lees
Hull
Long Keel
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
28′ 2″ (8.60 m)
Waterline length
22′ (6.71 m)
Beam
8′ 2″ (2.50 m)
Displacement
7,165 lb (3,250 kg)
Ballast
3,924 lb (1,780 kg)

Design ratios

Displacement / length
300

How heavy the boat is for its waterline. Under 200 is light, 200–300 moderate, over 300 heavy.

Ballast ratio
55%

Share of the weight that is ballast. Higher generally means stiffer in a breeze.

Capsize screening
1.70

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Construction
FG

Data from Mauri Pro Sailboat Data. Check details with the builder before relying on them.