2000 Najad 355 vs 1972 Ranger 29 — Comparison
1972 Ranger 29
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2000 Najad 355 | 1972 Ranger 29 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Najad | Ranger |
| Year | 2000–2010 | 1972–1978 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | USA |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Gary Mull |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.72 m (35.2 ft) | 8.84 m (29.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.00 m (29.5 ft) | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.38 m (11.1 ft) | 2.84 m (9.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,000 kg (13,228 lbs) | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,400 kg (5,291 lbs) | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 51.0 m² (549 ft²) | 35.0 m² (377 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 110 L (29.1 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2000 Najad 355 and 1972 Ranger 29 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2000 Najad 355 is a 2000s design by Najad from Sweden, while the 1972 Ranger 29 is a 1970s offering from Ranger from USA. The 2000 Najad 355 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 1972 Ranger 29 was designed by Gary Mull.
In terms of size, the 2000 Najad 355 measures 10.72m (35.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.38m, compared to the 1972 Ranger 29 at 8.84m (29.0ft) with a 2.84m beam. The 2000 Najad 355 is 1.88m longer than the 1972 Ranger 29. The 2000 Najad 355 displaces approximately 89% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2000 Najad 355 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.69 and 51.0 m² of sail area. The 1972 Ranger 29, with an SA/D of 16.47 and 35.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1972 Ranger 29 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2000 Najad 355 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 1972 Ranger 29 has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 2000 Najad 355 and 42.9% for the 1972 Ranger 29, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2000 Najad 355 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L of water capacity and 110L of fuel. The 1972 Ranger 29 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 76L water and 45L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2000 Najad 355 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 1972 Ranger 29 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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