1982 Amel Maramu
LOA
14.00m (45.9ft)
Beam
4.10m (13.5ft)
Displacement
14,000kg (30,865lbs)
Year
1982–1992
Manufacturer
Amel
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 14.00 m | 45.9 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 11.00 m | 36.1 ft |
| Beam | 4.10 m | 13.5 ft |
| Draft | 1.70 m | 5.6 ft |
| Mast Height | 16.00 m | 52.5 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,000 kg | 30,865 lbs |
| Ballast | 5,000 kg | 11,023 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 88.0 m² | 947 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Ketch | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 60 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 300 L | 79.3 gal |
| Water Capacity | 500 L | 132.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Henri Amel | |
| Country of Origin | France | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.39
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
35.7%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.68 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
23.2
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1982 Amel Maramu
The Amel Maramu is a legendary French bluewater ketch designed for non-stop ocean voyaging. Her fully-integrated systems, in-mast furling, and watertight cockpit set the standard for hands-free cruising.