Designed by renowned Swedish naval architect Håkan Södergren and first launched in 1981, this Finnish-built sailboat represents solid Scandinavian craftsmanship from the Artekno/Lito Marin yard. The Siesta 32 combines thoughtful proportions with practical sailing characteristics that have earned respect among European cruising sailors. At just over 31 feet overall with a 25.5-foot waterline, the boat strikes an appealing balance between manageable size and interior volume. The fin keel and spade rudder configuration delivers responsive handling, while the fractional sloop rig with 447 square feet of sail area provides good performance in varied conditions. With a displacement of 7,352 pounds and substantial ballast ratio, the design emphasizes seaworthiness over pure speed. The comfort ratio of 21.71 suggests this boat prioritizes motion comfort over racing performance, making it well-suited for coastal cruising and extended passages. The capsize screening formula of 1.89 indicates reasonable stability for offshore work, though the design clearly targets cruising sailors rather than blue-water voyagers. Powered by a modest 9.5-horsepower engine, the Siesta 32 appeals to sailors who prefer wind power over auxiliary propulsion. Finnish construction quality adds to its reputation for durability in Northern European waters.
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What is the Siesta 32's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Siesta 32 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 18.98. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Siesta 32's comfort ratio?
The Siesta 32 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 21.71. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Siesta 32 safe for offshore sailing?
The Siesta 32 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.89. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Siesta 32?
The theoretical hull speed of the Siesta 32 is 6.77 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Siesta 32 weigh?
The Siesta 32 has a displacement of 7,352.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 31.67 ft.
Who designed the Siesta 32?
The Siesta 32 was designed by Håkan Södergren, first built in 1981.