1975 S2 9.2C vs 1975 Ericson 25+ — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1975 S2 9.2C | 1975 Ericson 25+ |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | S2 | Ericson |
| Year | 1975–1982 | 1975–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Arthur Edmunds | Bruce King |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) |
| LWL | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) | 6.25 m (20.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 1,905 kg (4,200 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,678 kg (3,699 lbs) | 726 kg (1,601 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 42.7 m² (460 ft²) | 25.0 m² (269 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 7 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 23 L (6.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1975 S2 9.2C and 1975 Ericson 25+ represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1975 S2 9.2C is a 1970s design by S2 from USA, while the 1975 Ericson 25+ is a 1970s offering from Ericson from USA. The 1975 S2 9.2C was penned by Arthur Edmunds. The 1975 Ericson 25+ was designed by Bruce King.
In terms of size, the 1975 S2 9.2C measures 9.14m (30.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.05m, compared to the 1975 Ericson 25+ at 7.62m (25.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The 1975 S2 9.2C is 1.52m longer than the 1975 Ericson 25+. The 1975 S2 9.2C displaces approximately 114% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1975 S2 9.2C has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.99 and 42.7 m² of sail area. The 1975 Ericson 25+, with an SA/D of 16.54 and 25.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1975 S2 9.2C has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1975 S2 9.2C offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 21.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 1975 Ericson 25+ has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 41.1% for the 1975 S2 9.2C and 38.1% for the 1975 Ericson 25+, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1975 S2 9.2C provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 76L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The 1975 Ericson 25+ offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 45L water and 23L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1975 S2 9.2C is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The 1975 S2 9.2C has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1975 S2 9.2C offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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