1983 Irwin 32
LOA
9.75m (32.0ft)
Beam
3.20m (10.5ft)
Displacement
4,990kg (11,001lbs)
Year
1983–1988
Manufacturer
Irwin
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 9.75 m | 32.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 8.08 m | 26.5 ft |
| Beam | 3.20 m | 10.5 ft |
| Draft | 1.52 m | 5.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 12.50 m | 41.0 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,990 kg | 11,001 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,041 kg | 4,500 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.0 m² | 441 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 | Ted Irwin | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
14.27
Underpowered — needs more sail area for displacement
Ballast Ratio
40.9%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
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
22.1
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1983 Irwin 32
The Irwin 32 is a comfortable family cruiser with a surprisingly spacious interior for her length. Built in Clearwater, Florida, she was designed for the warm-water cruising grounds of the Caribbean.