1980 Freedom 33
LOA
10.06m (33.0ft)
Beam
3.35m (11.0ft)
Displacement
4,990kg (11,001lbs)
Year
1980–1987
Manufacturer
Freedom
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.06 m | 33.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 8.38 m | 27.5 ft |
| Beam | 3.35 m | 11.0 ft |
| Draft | 1.37 m | 4.5 ft |
| Mast Height | 12.50 m | 41.0 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,990 kg | 11,001 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,996 kg | 4,400 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.0 m² | 441 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Other | |
| 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 | Garry Hoyt | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
14.27
Underpowered — needs more sail area for displacement
Ballast Ratio
40.0%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.79 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
19.4
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 1980 Freedom 33
The Freedom 33 features the unique unstayed cat-ketch rig pioneered by Garry Hoyt. Easy to singlehand with carbon spars and a roomy interior, she offers a truly different sailing experience.