Designed by Philippe Briand and built by French shipyard Alubat from 1986 to 2002, this aluminum centerboard cruiser represents a distinctive approach to bluewater sailing. With just 100 hulls produced over its 16-year production run, the Ovni 32 belongs to an exclusive family of boats designed specifically for adventurous cruisers seeking to explore shallow waters and remote destinations. The boat's defining characteristic is its lifting centerboard configuration, which reduces draft significantly when raised, allowing access to shallow anchorages and even beach landing capabilities that traditional deep-keel boats cannot match. This versatility, combined with robust aluminum construction, makes it ideal for expedition cruising and gunkholing in areas like the Bahamas or remote Pacific atolls. Philippe Briand's design balances performance with practicality, evident in the masthead sloop rig and moderate sail-area-to-displacement ratio of 22.47. The aluminum hull construction provides durability for extended cruising while keeping maintenance requirements reasonable. With a comfortable motion at sea thanks to its 18.44 comfort ratio, the Ovni 32 appeals to cruisers prioritizing versatility and seaworthiness over pure speed, making it well-suited for coastal exploration and offshore passage-making to unconventional destinations.
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What is the Ovni 32's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Ovni 32 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 22.47. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Ovni 32's comfort ratio?
The Ovni 32 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 18.44. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Ovni 32 safe for offshore sailing?
The Ovni 32 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.11. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Ovni 32?
The theoretical hull speed of the Ovni 32 is 7.22 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Ovni 32 weigh?
The Ovni 32 has a displacement of 8,700.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 34.12 ft.
Who designed the Ovni 32?
The Ovni 32 was designed by Philippe Briand, first built in 1986.