Designed by renowned Dutch naval architect E.G. Van De Stadt and built by Meyer Werft in the Netherlands from 1985 to 1995, this 33-footer represents classic European sailing yacht design philosophy. Van De Stadt's influence is evident in the boat's balanced proportions and seaworthy characteristics, drawing from decades of successful racing and cruising designs. The Friendship 33 features a modern fin keel with spade rudder configuration paired with a fractional sloop rig, delivering responsive handling and solid performance. With a displacement of 9,480 pounds and moderate ballast ratio, she strikes an appealing balance between stability and speed. The comfort ratio of 21.73 suggests she's designed more for performance-oriented sailing than heavy cruising, while the capsize screening value of 2.05 indicates good offshore capabilities. Her sail area to displacement ratio of 18.6 provides adequate power in light to moderate conditions without being overly demanding. The 6.07-foot draft offers good windward ability while remaining accessible to most harbors. This combination makes her well-suited for coastal cruising, club racing, and capable weekend adventures. The fiberglass construction ensures durability, while the fractional rig setup allows for flexible sail combinations and easier handling.
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What is the Friendship 33's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Friendship 33 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 18.6. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Friendship 33's comfort ratio?
The Friendship 33 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 21.73. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Friendship 33 safe for offshore sailing?
The Friendship 33 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.05. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Friendship 33?
The theoretical hull speed of the Friendship 33 is 6.82 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Friendship 33 weigh?
The Friendship 33 has a displacement of 9,480.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 33.63 ft.
Who designed the Friendship 33?
The Friendship 33 was designed by E.g. Van De Stadt, first built in 1985.