1986 Bavaria 32
LOA
9.75m (32.0ft)
Beam
3.28m (10.8ft)
Displacement
4,900kg (10,803lbs)
Year
1986–1992
Manufacturer
Bavaria
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 9.75 m | 32.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 8.38 m | 27.5 ft |
| Beam | 3.28 m | 10.8 ft |
| Draft | 1.70 m | 5.6 ft |
| Mast Height | 13.50 m | 44.3 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,900 kg | 10,803 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,900 kg | 4,189 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 46.0 m² | 495 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 75 L | 19.8 gal |
| Water Capacity | 130 L | 34.3 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Dehler Design | |
| Country of Origin | Germany | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
16.20
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
38.8%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.77 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
20.0
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1986 Bavaria 32
The Bavaria 32 established this German builder as a serious force in the production cruiser market. Solid construction and excellent value for money in a well-equipped package.