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Morgan 32 23

Masthead Sloop · Fin With Rudder On Skeg

Designed by Ted Brewer/Jack Corey · Built by Morgan Yachts (Usa) · First built 1983

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LOA 32.00 ft  ·  Beam 11.50 ft  ·  Displacement 11,000.00 lb  ·  Sail Area 484.00 ft²  ·  Masthead Sloop  ·  Fin With Rudder On Skeg
About the Morgan 32 23 Sailboat

Built from 1983 by Morgan Yachts, this 32-footer represents the collaboration between renowned designers Ted Brewer and Jack Corey, combining traditional sailing characteristics with practical cruising features. The moderate displacement design strikes a balance between performance and comfort, making it well-suited for coastal cruising and extended passages. With its fin keel and rudder-on-skeg configuration, the Morgan 32 23 offers predictable handling and good directional stability, traits that inspire confidence in both experienced sailors and those transitioning to larger boats. The masthead sloop rig provides versatile sail handling options, while the substantial ballast ratio contributes to solid stability in varying conditions. The boat's comfort ratio of 24.25 indicates a motion that favors seaworthiness over speed, making longer passages more pleasant for the crew. This characteristic, combined with the capsize screening formula of 2.07, suggests good offshore capability for a boat of this size. The SA/Displacement ratio of 15.71 points to moderate performance in light to medium air, requiring patience in very light conditions but rewarding sailors with steady progress in typical coastal winds. Morgan's fiberglass construction was known for solid build quality during this era, and many examples continue sailing today with proper maintenance.

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Dimensions & Specifications
LOA (Length Overall) 32.00 ft / 9.75 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.00 ft / 7.62 m
Beam 11.50 ft / 3.51 m
Max Draft 5.30 ft / 1.62 m
Displacement 11,000.00 lb / 4,990 kg
Ballast 4,000.00 lb / 1,814 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 484.00 ft² / 44.97 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Ted Brewer/Jack Corey
Builder Morgan Yachts (USA)
First Built 1983
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Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Yanmar
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 22
Fuel Capacity 27 gals / 102 L
Water Capacity 35 gals / 132 L
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Morgan 32 23's sail area to displacement ratio?

The Morgan 32 23 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 15.71. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.

What is the Morgan 32 23's comfort ratio?

The Morgan 32 23 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 24.25. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.

Is the Morgan 32 23 safe for offshore sailing?

The Morgan 32 23 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 Morgan 32 23?

The theoretical hull speed of the Morgan 32 23 is 6.70 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.

How much does a Morgan 32 23 weigh?

The Morgan 32 23 has a displacement of 11,000.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 32.00 ft.

Who designed the Morgan 32 23?

The Morgan 32 23 was designed by Ted Brewer/Jack Corey, first built in 1983.