1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur
LOA
10.21m (33.5ft)
Beam
3.28m (10.8ft)
Displacement
5,443kg (12,000lbs)
Year
1988–1998
Manufacturer
Wauquiez
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.21 m | 33.5 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 | 5,443 kg | 12,000 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,268 kg | 5,000 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 47.0 m² | 506 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 90 L | 23.8 gal |
| Water Capacity | 170 L | 44.9 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Jean-Marie Finot | |
| Country of Origin | France | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.43
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
41.7%
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 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur
The Wauquiez Gladiateur is a rugged and well-built French cruiser designed for offshore sailing. Exceptionally strong construction with a deep fin keel and generous ballast ratio deliver confidence-inspiring seaworthiness.