ALOA 27
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 28.21 ft |
| LWL | 23.79 ft |
| Beam | 9.35 ft |
| Draft | 4.76 ft |
| Displacement | 6,193 lb |
| Ballast | 2,093.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.5 kn |
About the ALOA 27
Designed by Frans Maas and built by Aloa Marine in France, the Aloa 27 is a compact, heavy-displacement cruiser from 1976. With a displacement of 6193.0 lb and a beam of 9.35 ft, it offers a stable, comfortable ride characterized by a Comfort ratio of 19.4.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekenders who prioritize interior volume and stability over raw speed, making it ideal for couples or small families seeking a manageable, low-maintenance package.
- Bluewater capability:
- While its Capsize ratio of 2.04 and D/L ratio of 205.34 indicate good stability and sea-keeping ability for protected waters, its single-year production run and limited documented offshore history suggest it is best suited for coastal and bay cruising rather than extended bluewater passages.
- Comparables:
- It compares favorably to other late-1970s European heavy-displacement designs like the Beneteau First 27 or O'Day 27, sharing similar beam-to-length ratios and a focus on motion comfort rather than planing performance.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(3 certificates)
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° | 3.6 | 4.3 | 4.9 | 5.3 | 5.7 | 5.9 | 6.0 |
| 60° | 3.9 | 4.6 | 5.2 | 5.6 | 5.9 | 6.1 | 6.2 |
| 75° | 4.0 | 4.8 | 5.4 | 5.8 | 6.1 | 6.2 | 6.5 |
| 90° | 4.3 | 5.2 | 5.9 | 6.2 | 6.3 | 6.4 | 6.7 |
| 110° | 4.5 | 5.4 | 6.0 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.1 |
| 120° | 4.3 | 5.3 | 6.0 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.4 |
| 135° | 3.9 | 4.9 | 5.7 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 7.3 |
| 150° | 3.4 | 4.3 | 5.1 | 5.8 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 7.0 |
| Beat VMG | 2.3 | 2.8 | 3.2 | 3.5 | 3.8 | 4.0 | 4.1 |
| Run VMG | 2.9 | 3.7 | 4.4 | 5.1 | 5.6 | 6.0 | 6.5 |
Estimated Value
Limited DataAsking price by model year
7 listings · boat years 1977–1980 · median $13,500
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 28.21ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
3 reported issues across 2 systems for the ALOA 27, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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