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BALT 27

BALT 27

Balt Yaht· Design: Wojciech Spisak
from 2012
$900 – $2.3K est. annual maintenance
DaysailermonoFractional SloopFin

Specifications

Hull

LOA26.74 ft
Beam8.3 ft
Draft4.2 ft
Displacement5,952 lb
Ballast1,542.8 lb

About the BALT 27

Also available with Yanmar motor. Plus 14 HP upgrade. This is the ocean equivalent of the Balt 26

Sailpages Buyer's Take

The Balt 27 is a compact fractional sloop designed by Wojciech Spisak and built by Balt Yaht, with production records indicating a start year of 2012. While the exact total hull count is not definitively established in the available data, the vessel is characterized by its 26.74 ft LOA and 5952.0 lb displacement.

Best for:
This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors seeking a manageable, lightweight package that is easy to trailer and single-hand. Its fractional rig and moderate sail area make it accessible for novice sailors or those prioritizing ease of handling over heavy offshore performance.
Bluewater capability:
With a capsize ratio of 1.83 and a relatively light displacement of 5952.0 lb, the Balt 27 is best suited for protected coastal waters rather than extended bluewater passages. Its fin keel and moderate ballast ratio suggest stability in moderate conditions but limited reserve buoyancy for heavy offshore seas.
Comparables:
Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 26 and the J/24, as they share similar fractional sloop rigs and target the active coastal racing and cruising market. The Balt 27 offers a slightly heavier displacement than some pure racers, providing a more comfortable ride for casual cruising.

Performance

Capsize1.83
SA/Disp14.4
Bal/Disp25.9

Pricing

We don't have market pricing data for the BALT 27 yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 26.74ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

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Annual Maintenance
$900 – $2.3K
Hull, rigging, sails, engine service
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

We don't have enough data on the BALT 27yet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.

Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.

1Structural & Bulkheads9732Standing Rigging6403Deck & Topsides6404Keel & Keel Bolts5535Rudder & Steering5086Hull & Bottom377
Free general pre-purchase checklist
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