1984 Moody 33
LOA
10.06m (33.0ft)
Beam
3.25m (10.7ft)
Displacement
5,200kg (11,464lbs)
Year
1984–1990
Manufacturer
Moody
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.06 m | 33.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 8.23 m | 27.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.25 m | 10.7 ft |
| Draft | 1.40 m | 4.6 ft |
| Mast Height | 13.50 m | 44.3 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,200 kg | 11,464 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,100 kg | 4,630 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 44.0 m² | 474 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 20 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 21.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 140 L | 37.0 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Bill Dixon | |
| Country of Origin | UK | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
14.90
Underpowered — needs more sail area for displacement
Ballast Ratio
40.4%
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
21.6
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1984 Moody 33
The Moody 33 is a quintessential British cruising yacht with excellent sea-keeping and a practical interior. Bill Dixon's design balances comfort and performance for coastal and offshore passages.