ALOA 25
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 25.59 ft |
| LWL | 24.28 ft |
| Beam | 8.86 ft |
| Draft | 4.43 ft |
| Displacement | 3,750 lb |
| Ballast | 1,320 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.6 kn |
About the ALOA 25
Designed by J. Faroux and built by Aloa Marine (FRA) in 1972, the Aloa 25 is a compact, lightweight masthead sloop. With a hull count of ?, this single-year production model offers a distinct alternative to heavier displacement cruisers of the era.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize ease of handling and trailerability over heavy offshore endurance. Its light displacement and moderate beam make it ideal for those with limited storage space or who plan to tow the vessel.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 3750.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.28, the Aloa 25 is not well-suited for serious bluewater passages, favoring protected coastal waters instead.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Catalina 25 and O'Day 25, which share similar LOA dimensions and target the same entry-level cruising market. However, the Aloa 25 distinguishes itself with a significantly lower displacement and a more performance-oriented D/L ratio of 116.96.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 3.7 | 4.5 | 5.1 | 5.5 | 5.8 | 6.0 | 6.2 |
| 60° | 4.0 | 4.8 | 5.4 | 5.8 | 6.0 | 6.2 | 6.4 |
| 75° | 4.2 | 5.0 | 5.6 | 6.0 | 6.2 | 6.4 | 6.7 |
| 90° | 4.4 | 5.4 | 6.0 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.3 |
| 110° | 4.5 | 5.4 | 6.0 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 7.8 |
| 120° | 4.3 | 5.3 | 5.9 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 7.0 | 7.8 |
| 135° | 3.9 | 4.9 | 5.6 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 7.4 |
| 150° | 3.4 | 4.3 | 5.0 | 5.5 | 5.9 | 6.2 | 6.7 |
| Beat VMG | 2.4 | 2.9 | 3.3 | 3.6 | 3.9 | 4.2 | 4.3 |
| Run VMG | 2.9 | 3.7 | 4.3 | 4.8 | 5.2 | 5.7 | 6.3 |
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the ALOA 25 yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 25.59ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the ALOA 25yet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
Own a ALOA 25? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist — and they're the reason the boats above it have one.
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