Designed by the renowned Groupe Finot and built by French yard Gouteron between 1973 and 1978, this 28-foot sailboat represents classic 1970s French yacht design philosophy. The Chergui combines moderate proportions with thoughtful engineering, featuring a masthead sloop rig and fin keel with rudder on skeg configuration that delivers balanced sailing characteristics. With a displacement of 5,952 pounds and 2,094 pounds of ballast, the Chergui offers reassuring stability for coastal cruising and light offshore work. Her comfort ratio of 19.83 suggests quick motion in seaways, making her better suited for day sailing and coastal passages rather than extended offshore voyaging. The capsize screening formula of 2.07 indicates reasonable stability for her size class. The fiberglass construction and compact 28-foot length make the Chergui an appealing choice for sailors seeking a manageable yet capable yacht. Her 430 square feet of sail area provides adequate power for most conditions, while the hull speed of 6.23 knots offers respectable performance. Though production ended in 1978, these boats remain sought after by sailors who appreciate French design heritage and the craftsmanship of the Gouteron yard.
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What is the Chergui's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Chergui has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 21.01. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Chergui's comfort ratio?
The Chergui has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 19.83. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Chergui safe for offshore sailing?
The Chergui has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.07. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Chergui?
The theoretical hull speed of the Chergui is 6.23 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Chergui weigh?
The Chergui has a displacement of 5,952.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 28.21 ft.
Who designed the Chergui?
The Chergui was designed by Groupe Finot, first built in 1973.