ASTUS 22.5
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 27.23 ft |
| Beam | 16.08 ft |
| Draft | 4.59 ft/ 1.12 ft min |
| Displacement | 1,433 lb |
Rig & Sails
| Mainsail | 226.04 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 96.88 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 279.86 sq ft |
About the ASTUS 22.5
Replaced the 22. Retractable floats. Beam folded: 2.49 m / 8.17 ft 1150 liter/floats. Sail area: -Main: 21 m² / 226 ft² -Jib: 9 m² / 96.9 ft² -Gennaker: 26 m² / 280 ft² -Spinnaker: 43 m² / 462.8 ft²
The Astus 22.5 is a modern, lightweight fractional sloop designed by VPLP Design and built by Astus Boats in France, with production starting in 2020. Despite its recent introduction, owner reports highlight significant structural concerns regarding deck core moisture and rudder systems that warrant careful scrutiny.
- Best for:
- This boat suits active coastal cruisers and performance-oriented sailors who prioritize speed and ease of handling over heavy offshore durability, given its light displacement of 1433.0 lb and high sail area-to-displacement ratio.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 5.71 and a displacement of 1433.0 lb, the Astus 22.5 is not ideally suited for extended bluewater passages due to its light weight and lack of heavy keel ballast, making it better suited for protected coastal waters.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other modern, light-displacement fractional sloops from the same era, such as the Beneteau First 21 or J/24, which share similar performance-focused hull forms and fractional rigging configurations.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 27.23ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
15 reported issues across 8 systems for the ASTUS 22.5, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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