1984 Cape Dory 33
LOA
10.06m (33.0ft)
Beam
3.12m (10.2ft)
Displacement
4,990kg (11,001lbs)
Year
1984–1990
Manufacturer
Cape Dory
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.06 m | 33.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 7.92 m | 26.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.12 m | 10.2 ft |
| Draft | 1.45 m | 4.8 ft |
| Mast Height | 13.00 m | 42.7 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,990 kg | 11,001 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,177 kg | 4,799 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 44.0 m² | 474 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Full | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 20.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 151 L | 39.9 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Carl Alberg | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.31
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
43.6%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.73 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
23.0
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1984 Cape Dory 33
The Cape Dory 33 is Carl Alberg's largest design for the brand, combining traditional full-keel seaworthiness with a spacious and comfortable interior. One of the finest coastal cruisers ever built in New England.