1982 Pacific Seacraft 27
LOA
8.23m (27.0ft)
Beam
2.64m (8.7ft)
Displacement
3,175kg (7,000lbs)
Year
1982–2005
Manufacturer
Pacific Seacraft
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 | 2.64 m | 8.7 ft |
| Draft | 1.14 m | 3.7 ft |
| Mast Height | 10.50 m | 34.4 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,175 kg | 7,000 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,361 kg | 3,000 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 30.5 m² | 328 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Full | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 45 L | 11.9 gal |
| Water Capacity | 76 L | 20.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | William Crealock | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
14.35
Underpowered — needs more sail area for displacement
Ballast Ratio
42.9%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.72 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
26.9
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27
The Pacific Seacraft 27 is a capable small cruiser with construction quality that rivals yachts twice her size. William Crealock's design delivers genuine offshore seaworthiness in a boat small enough for single-handed sailing.