1977 Cal 33
LOA
10.06m (33.0ft)
Beam
3.20m (10.5ft)
Displacement
5,216kg (11,499lbs)
Year
1977–1982
Manufacturer
Cal
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.06 m | 33.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 8.08 m | 26.5 ft |
| Beam | 3.20 m | 10.5 ft |
| Draft | 1.60 m | 5.2 ft |
| Mast Height | 13.00 m | 42.7 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,216 kg | 11,499 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,177 kg | 4,799 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 43.0 m² | 463 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 18.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 114 L | 30.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Bill Lapworth / C. Raymond Hunt | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
14.53
Underpowered — needs more sail area for displacement
Ballast Ratio
41.7%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.74 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
22.6
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1977 Cal 33
The Cal 33 is a solid racer-cruiser that bridged the transition from IOR to modern hull forms. Well-built and nicely proportioned, she provides an excellent platform for both racing and coastal cruising.