Pacific Seacraft's Orion 27 2 represents a continuation of the builder's renowned commitment to traditional craftsmanship and seaworthy design. This compact cruiser embodies the company's philosophy of creating boats that prioritize safety and quality construction over pure performance numbers. Built with Pacific Seacraft's signature attention to detail, the Orion 27 2 features robust fiberglass construction and thoughtful interior appointments that maximize comfort in a relatively modest footprint. The design emphasizes offshore capability despite its size, making it an attractive option for couples or small families seeking adventure beyond coastal waters. Pacific Seacraft earned its reputation by producing vessels that punch above their weight in terms of seaworthiness and construction quality. The Orion 27 2 continues this tradition, offering the security and confidence that comes with the builder's proven track record in creating blue-water capable cruising boats. This model suits sailors who prioritize build quality and offshore capability over speed or spaciousness. While not designed for racing, the Orion 27 2 delivers reliable performance for coastal cruising and extended passages, appealing to those who appreciate traditional yacht construction values in a manageable size.
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What is the Orion 27 2 Pacific Seacraft's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Orion 27 2 Pacific Seacraft has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 17.57. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Orion 27 2 Pacific Seacraft's comfort ratio?
The Orion 27 2 Pacific Seacraft has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 32.17. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Orion 27 2 Pacific Seacraft safe for offshore sailing?
The Orion 27 2 Pacific Seacraft has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.72. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Orion 27 2 Pacific Seacraft?
The theoretical hull speed of the Orion 27 2 Pacific Seacraft is 6.31 knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Orion 27 2 Pacific Seacraft weigh?
The Orion 27 2 Pacific Seacraft has a displacement of 10,000.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 30.92 ft.
Who designed the Orion 27 2 Pacific Seacraft?
The Orion 27 2 Pacific Seacraft was designed by Henry Mohrschladt, first built in 1981.