ARRANSEN 780

About the ARRANSEN 780

Bilge keel version also available. Lytton Boatbuilding Ltd. was located at: Appleyard Lincoln Works Waterside, Ely Cambridgeshire Thanks to 'Casacostadamorte' for providing information on this yacht.

The Arransen 780 is a compact 25.59 ft masthead sloop designed by an unknown designer and built by Lytton Boatbuilding Ltd. in the UK between 1979 and 1981. With a displacement of 6614.0 lb and a beam of 9.68 ft, this vessel represents a specific era of small cruiser design, though the total number of hulls built remains unconfirmed in available records.

Best for:

This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors seeking a manageable, lightweight vessel with a shallow max draft of 3.94 ft for easy trailering and access to shallow waters. Its moderate comfort ratio of 21.44 suggests it is best suited for protected waters rather than heavy offshore conditions.

Bluewater capability:

With a capsize ratio of 2.07 and a relatively light displacement of 6614.0 lb, the Arransen 780 is not recommended for serious bluewater passage making and is better suited for coastal and inshore cruising.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include other late-1970s UK-built 25-footers like the Wayfarer or small Hunter models, as they share similar dimensions and roles as affordable, trailerable cruisers. The Arransen 780 distinguishes itself with a slightly heavier displacement and a fin keel configuration compared to some centerboard alternatives of the era.