APOLLO 12
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 39.7 ft |
| LWL | 30.02 ft |
| Beam | 11.88 ft |
| Draft | 6.23 ft |
| Displacement | 13,889 lb |
| Ballast | 4,850 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.3 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 46.75 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 13.94 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 41.34 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 14.03 ft |
| FLforestay | 14.1 ft |
| Mainsail | 639.4 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 312.5 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 531.2 sq ft |
| Rig | I | J | P | E | SA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masthead rig | 14.25 | 4.25 | 12.60 | 4.275 | — |
About the APOLLO 12
Built specifically for the charter trade. Fractional rig: I: 13.50m/44.29' J: 4.30m/14.11' P: 13.55m/44.45' E: 4.15m/13.62'
The Apollo 12 is a 39.7 ft fractional sloop designed by Judel/Vrolijk & Co. and built by Dromor Yachts (GRE) in 1987. With a displacement of 13889.0 lb and a beam of 11.88 ft, this vessel represents a specific era of European performance cruising design, though the exact number of hulls built remains unconfirmed in available records.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and performance-oriented sailors who prioritize speed and handling over heavy bluewater comfort, given its relatively light displacement and fractional rig configuration.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.98 and a comfort ratio of 24.14, the Apollo 12 is better suited for protected coastal waters than extended bluewater passages, as its light displacement and fin keel prioritize performance over heavy-weather stability.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other late-1980s European performance cruisers like the Beneteau First 36 or O'Day 38, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and moderate displacement ratios aimed at active weekend sailing rather than heavy offshore passage making.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(8 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 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 3.6 | 4.9 | 5.8 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.0 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.3 |
| 60° | 3.8 | 5.1 | 6.0 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.5 |
| 75° | 4.0 | 5.3 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 7.8 |
| 90° | 3.8 | 5.2 | 6.2 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.1 |
| 110° | 3.8 | 5.3 | 6.3 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.4 | 8.9 |
| 120° | 3.7 | 5.1 | 6.2 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 8.5 | 9.2 |
| 135° | 3.3 | 4.6 | 5.7 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 8.3 | 9.2 |
| 150° | 2.7 | 3.9 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 8.0 | 8.7 |
| Beat VMG | 2.3 | 3.2 | 3.9 | 4.4 | 4.8 | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Run VMG | 2.3 | 3.4 | 4.3 | 5.2 | 5.9 | 6.5 | 6.9 | 7.5 | 8.0 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 39.7ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
2 reported issues across 1 systems for the APOLLO 12, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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