1979 Westerly Fulmar
LOA
9.75m (32.0ft)
Beam
3.20m (10.5ft)
Displacement
4,990kg (11,001lbs)
Year
1979–1986
Manufacturer
Westerly
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 9.75 m | 32.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 8.00 m | 26.2 ft |
| Beam | 3.20 m | 10.5 ft |
| Draft | 1.07 m | 3.5 ft |
| Mast Height | 12.00 m | 39.4 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,990 kg | 11,001 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,814 kg | 3,999 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 36.0 m² | 388 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Bilge | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 18.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 136 L | 35.9 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Ed Dubois | |
| Country of Origin | UK | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
12.53
Underpowered — needs more sail area for displacement
Ballast Ratio
36.4%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.75 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
22.4
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1979 Westerly Fulmar
The Westerly Fulmar is a popular bilge-keel family cruiser designed by Ed Dubois. Her shallow draft and ability to dry out make her ideal for tidal estuaries and creek-hopping around the British coast.