Built from 1971 with just 25 hulls produced, this William Atkin and William Crealock design represents classic offshore cruising philosophy wrapped in a substantial fiberglass package. The collaboration between these respected naval architects resulted in a traditional long-keeled cutter that prioritizes seaworthiness over speed, making it an ideal candidate for serious bluewater voyaging. With a displacement of 19,500 pounds and 6,600 pounds of ballast, this boat embodies the heavy-displacement cruising philosophy popular in the 1970s. The long keel configuration with transom-hung rudder provides exceptional directional stability and self-steering capabilities—crucial traits for extended offshore passages. The generous beam of 11 feet creates substantial interior volume while contributing to initial stability. The cutter rig offers excellent versatility for varying wind conditions, allowing sailors to balance the sail plan efficiently when conditions deteriorate. A comfort ratio of 42.85 confirms this boat's motion characteristics favor steady, predictable behavior over quick acceleration, while the capsize screening value of 1.64 indicates good stability for ocean work. The conservative sail area to displacement ratio suggests this design prioritizes control and manageable sail handling over racing performance, making it well-suited for shorthanded cruising couples seeking a capable offshore platform.
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What is the Kendall 32's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Kendall 32 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 15.63. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Kendall 32's comfort ratio?
The Kendall 32 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 42.85. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Kendall 32 safe for offshore sailing?
The Kendall 32 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.64. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Kendall 32?
The theoretical hull speed of the Kendall 32 is 7.03 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Kendall 32 weigh?
The Kendall 32 has a displacement of 19,500.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 32.00 ft.
How much does a used Kendall 32 cost?
Based on 2 recent market listings, used Kendall 32 sailboats typically sell for between $4,000 and $4,000, with a median asking price of $4,000. Price varies significantly based on year, condition, location, and included equipment.
Who designed the Kendall 32?
The Kendall 32 was designed by William Atkin/William Crealock, first built in 1971.