Seller's Description
SPARROW is an exceptional example of a Sabre 32 and we believe in the best condition on the market today. Hull #3 features the rare Tri cabin version giving her additional space compared to other models. This feature undoubtedly makes her feel much larger than her size. The owner has meticulously maintained SPARROW and we are confident you will agree upon visual inspection. There is plenty of sailing season left, so don’t let this gem pass you by. for more info see the main listing tinyurl.com/2a6bm8sc
Equipment: Sailing Performance The Sabre 32 is known for its good balance between speed and stability. Its a responsive boat under sail, with a sail plan designed to be easily handled by a small crew. Rigging: It features a masthead sloop rig, which is a common and versatile setup. Sail Area: Around 494 square feet, providing a good balance of power and control.
Interior and Accommodations Layout: The interior is designed to be comfortable for extended cruising. It includes a V-berth forward, a saloon with settees that can double as berths, a well-equipped galley, and an enclosed head. Woodwork: The interior features quality teak joinery, which gives it a warm and classic look. Comfort: With a beam of 10.5 feet, the Sabre 32 offers a spacious feel below deck for a boat of its size.
Engine and Systems Engine: Equipped with a Westerbeke 21 HP diesel engine, model W21. It is reliable for both docking and powering underway. Systems: The boat is equipped with standard cruising amenities like a freshwater system, electrical system, and navigation equipment.
Reputation and Market Reputation: The Sabre 32 is well-regarded in the sailing community for its build quality and performance. Its considered a solid choice for both coastal cruising and occasional racing.
Overall, the 1984 Sabre 32 is a well-balanced cruiser with a good reputation for performance and comfort, making it a popular choice among sailors who appreciate quality construction and thoughtful design.
Specs
- Designers
- ?
- Builder
- Sabre Yachts
- Associations
- ?
- # Built
- 87
- Hull
- Monohull
- Keel
- Fin
- Rudder
- Skeg
- Construction
- FG
Dimensions
- Length Overall
- 31′ 11″ / 9.8 m
- Waterline Length
- 26′ 2″ / 8 m
- Beam
- 10′ 3″ / 3.1 m
- Draft
- 5′ 7″ / 1.7 m
- Displacement
- 10,500 lb / 4,763 kg
- Ballast
- 4,100 lb / 1,860 kg (Lead)
Rig and Sails
- Type
- Sloop
- Reported Sail Area
- 480′² / 44.6 m²
- Total Sail Area
- 481′² / 44.7 m²
Mainsail
- Sail Area
- 201′² / 18.7 m²
- P
- 37′ 0″ / 11.3 m
- E
- 10′ 10″ / 3.3 m
- Air Draft
- ?
Foresail
- Sail Area
- 281′² / 26.1 m²
- I
- 42′ 1″ / 12.8 m
- J
- 13′ 3″ / 4.1 m
- Forestay Length
- 44′ 1″ / 13.5 m
Auxilary Power
- Make
- Westerbeke
- Model
- ?
- HP
- 21
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Fuel Capacity
- 20 gal / 76 l
- Engine Hours
- ?
Accomodations
- Water Capacity
- 55 gal / 208 l
- Holding Tank Capacity
- ?
- Headroom
- ?
- Cabins
- 3
Calculations
- Hull Speed
-
7.5 kn
Classic: 6.86 kn
Hull Speed
The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.
Formula
Classic hull speed formula:
Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL
A more accurate formula devised by Dave Gerr in The Propeller Handbook replaces the Speed/Length ratio constant of 1.34 with a calculation based on the Displacement/Length ratio.
Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio.311
Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL
- Sail Area/Displacement
-
16.0
Sail Area / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.
Formula
SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64)2/3
- SA: Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
- D: Displacement in pounds.
- Ballast/Displacement
-
39.1
<40: less stiff, less powerful
Ballast / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.
Formula
Ballast / Displacement * 100
- Displacement/Length
-
261.2
200-300: moderate
Displacement / Length Ratio
A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.
Formula
D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
- LWL: Waterline length in feet
- Comfort Ratio
-
25.7
20-30: coastal cruiser
Comfort Ratio
This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.
Formula
Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam1.33)
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
- LWL: Waterline length in feet
- LOA: Length overall in feet
- Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet
- Capsize Screening
-
1.9
<2.0: better suited for ocean passages
Capsize Screening Formula
This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.
Formula
CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)
- Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
Notes
A keel/cb version was also available.
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