1992 J/32
LOA
9.91m (32.5ft)
Beam
3.13m (10.3ft)
Displacement
3,856kg (8,501lbs)
Year
1992–1997
Manufacturer
J/Boats
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 9.91 m | 32.5 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 8.38 m | 27.5 ft |
| Beam | 3.13 m | 10.3 ft |
| Draft | 1.83 m | 6.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 14.00 m | 45.9 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,856 kg | 8,501 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,678 kg | 3,699 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.4 m² | 521 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L | 15.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 76 L | 20.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Rod Johnstone | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
20.00
High performance — fast and responsive in light air
Ballast Ratio
43.5%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.80 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
16.6
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 1992 J/32
The J/32 is a groundbreaking design that brought Rod Johnstone's racing expertise to a genuine cruising boat. Fast and fun with a surprisingly comfortable interior.