Built by Us Yachts-Bayliner from 1983, this 27-footer represents an interesting collaboration between renowned designer Doug Peterson and Daryl Watson, though the Peterson attribution is noted as unauthorized. The fiberglass construction features a modern fin keel with spade rudder configuration that delivers responsive handling and good upwind performance. With a displacement of 5,836 pounds and 2,024 pounds of ballast, the Us 27 strikes a balance between performance and stability suitable for coastal cruising and club racing. The masthead sloop rig carries 313 square feet of sail area, producing a sail area-to-displacement ratio of 15.5 that places it firmly in performance cruiser territory. The hull speed of 6.46 knots and relatively deep 5.17-foot draft indicate this boat was designed to move well in moderate conditions. The comfort ratio of 18.45 suggests a boat that prioritizes performance over motion comfort, while the capsize screening value of 2.11 indicates reasonable stability for coastal waters but perhaps not ideal for extensive offshore passages. The 23.25-foot waterline length and 9.5-foot beam provide decent interior volume for a boat this size, making it well-suited for weekend cruising and daysailing with occasional overnight trips.
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What is the Us 27's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Us 27 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 15.5. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Us 27's comfort ratio?
The Us 27 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 18.45. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Us 27 safe for offshore sailing?
The Us 27 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 Us 27?
The theoretical hull speed of the Us 27 is 6.46 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Us 27 weigh?
The Us 27 has a displacement of 5,836.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 27.00 ft.
Who designed the Us 27?
The Us 27 was designed by Doug Peterson (Unauthorized)/Daryl Watson, first built in 1983.