Designed by Doug Peterson in the early 1970s, this 25-footer represents a fascinating piece of sailing history from one of yacht design's most influential figures. Only four examples were ever built by Eichenlaub Boat Company, making this strip-planked mahogany and fiberglass composite construction a true rarity among Peterson's extensive catalog. The boat's fin keel and spade rudder configuration reflects Peterson's racing-oriented design philosophy, while the masthead sloop rig and moderate sail area suggest versatility for both performance sailing and coastal cruising. With a displacement of 4,700 pounds and 1,900 pounds of ballast, she strikes a balance between stability and responsiveness that was characteristic of Peterson's approach during this era. The low comfort ratio of 20.99 and favorable capsize screening value of 1.91 indicate this is primarily a coastal sailor rather than an offshore passage-maker. Her SA/Displacement ratio of 14.98 suggests decent performance in light to moderate conditions, while the strip-planked mahogany construction offers both strength and classic aesthetics that were hallmarks of quality boatbuilding in the 1970s. For collectors or sailors seeking a unique piece of Peterson design history, this rare 25-footer offers an intriguing blend of racing DNA and practical sailing capability.
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What is the Peterson 25 14 Ton's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Peterson 25 14 Ton has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 14.98. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Peterson 25 14 Ton's comfort ratio?
The Peterson 25 14 Ton has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 20.99. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Peterson 25 14 Ton safe for offshore sailing?
The Peterson 25 14 Ton has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.91. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Peterson 25 14 Ton?
The theoretical hull speed of the Peterson 25 14 Ton is 6.03 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Peterson 25 14 Ton weigh?
The Peterson 25 14 Ton has a displacement of 4,700.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 25.00 ft.
Who designed the Peterson 25 14 Ton?
The Peterson 25 14 Ton was designed by Doug Peterson, first built in 1973.