Built by Danish yard Gesten Glasfiber from 1977 to 1982, this Scandinavian design represents solid European cruising boat philosophy of the late 1970s. Created by the respected team of Elvstrøm & Kjærulff, the Granada 31 reflects the design sensibilities that made Danish boats popular during this era, with 750 hulls produced during its five-year production run. The boat's moderate dimensions and fin keel with spade rudder configuration provide responsive handling while maintaining stability for coastal cruising and short offshore passages. With a displacement of 7,938 pounds and ballast of 3,628 pounds, she carries nearly half her weight in ballast, contributing to solid stability characteristics. The masthead sloop rig with 430 square feet of sail area offers straightforward sail handling suitable for couples or small crews. Her comfort ratio of 21.79 suggests a motion that's comfortable for extended cruising, while the capsize screening value of 2.01 indicates reasonable stability for coastal and near-offshore work. The fiberglass construction has proven durable over the decades, and these boats often show the careful build quality associated with Danish boatbuilding of this period. Today, the Granada 31 appeals to sailors seeking a well-balanced cruiser with European pedigree at an accessible price point.
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What is the Granada 31's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Granada 31 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 17.35. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Granada 31's comfort ratio?
The Granada 31 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 21.79. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Granada 31 safe for offshore sailing?
The Granada 31 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.01. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Granada 31?
The theoretical hull speed of the Granada 31 is 6.60 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Granada 31 weigh?
The Granada 31 has a displacement of 7,938.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 30.81 ft.
Who designed the Granada 31?
The Granada 31 was designed by Elvstrøm & Kjærulff, first built in 1977.