1973 Ericson 27
LOA
8.23m (27.0ft)
Beam
2.74m (9.0ft)
Displacement
2,495kg (5,501lbs)
Year
1973–1980
Manufacturer
Ericson
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 8.23 m | 27.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 6.55 m | 21.5 ft |
| Beam | 2.74 m | 9.0 ft |
| Draft | 1.37 m | 4.5 ft |
| Mast Height | 10.80 m | 35.4 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,495 kg | 5,501 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,043 kg | 2,299 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 30.8 m² | 332 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 38 L | 10.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 57 L | 15.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Bruce King | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.02
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
41.8%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.81 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
20.1
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1973 Ericson 27
The Ericson 27 is a versatile racer-cruiser that punches above her weight in both categories. Bruce King's hull shape delivers excellent upwind performance.