BANNER 23
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 23.1 ft |
| Beam | 9.02 ft |
| Draft | 4.04 ft |
| Displacement | 1,323 lb |
| Ballast | 408 lb |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 26.86 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 7.18 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 31.5 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 11.2 ft |
About the BANNER 23
The Banner 23 is a compact fractional sloop designed by Ib Hauge Nielsen and built by I. N. Fiberbåde A/S in Denmark. Production records indicate the boat was built in 1983, with the total number of hulls built remaining unconfirmed in available data.
- Best for:
- This vessel is best suited for coastal cruising and day sailing, appealing to owners seeking a lightweight, easy-to-handle package with a shallow draft of 4.04 ft.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 1323.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 3.29, the Banner 23 is not designed for extended bluewater passages but offers reasonable stability for protected coastal waters.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other late-1980s European 23-footers like the Beneteau First 23 or O'Day 23, sharing similar fractional sloop rigs and displacement ranges around 1323.0 lb.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 23.1ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the BANNER 23, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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