ALOHA 32

About the ALOHA 32

Designed by Mark Ellis and built by Ouyang Boat Works (CAN) from 1979–1988, the Aloha 32 is a robust, heavy-displacement cruiser known for its solid construction. With a displacement of 9800.0 lb and a beam of 10.83 ft, it offers a comfortable motion and ample interior volume, though the exact number of hulls built remains unverified in available data.

Best for:

This boat is ideal for coastal cruisers and those seeking a stable, comfortable liveaboard or weekend cruiser, particularly owners willing to perform diligent maintenance on the deck and keel structure. Its moderate sail area-to-displacement ratio (18.37) suggests it is better suited for relaxed cruising than high-performance racing.

Bluewater capability:

With a low capsize ratio of 2.03 and a high displacement of 9800.0 lb, the Aloha 32 possesses the inherent stability and mass required for offshore passages, provided the critical structural integrity of the keel and deck is verified.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include the Cal 32 and the Tartan 31, which share similar beamy, comfortable hull forms and heavy displacement characteristics from the late 1970s and 1980s. These vessels are often compared due to their shared focus on interior volume and stability over pure speed.