BAVARIA 707
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 23 ft |
| LWL | 19.5 ft |
| Beam | 8.1 ft |
| Draft | 4.5 ft |
| Displacement | 3,036 lb |
| Ballast | 1,200.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 5.9 kn |
About the BAVARIA 707
The Bavaria 707 is a compact, lightweight masthead sloop designed by Kurt W. Schroter and built by Bavaria Yachts in Germany. Production records indicate a single build year of 1978, with the total number of hulls built remaining unconfirmed in available data.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruising and day sailing, where its light displacement of 3036.0 lb and high sail area-to-displacement ratio of 24.25 allow for responsive performance in moderate conditions.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 3036.0 lb, a capsize ratio of 2.24, and a comfort ratio of 14.07, the Bavaria 707 is not well-suited for extended bluewater passages due to its light weight and limited reserve buoyancy.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels from this era include other lightweight European designs like the Beneteau First 23 or O'Day 23, which share similar dimensions, fin keel configurations, and a focus on ease of handling over heavy displacement comfort.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(2 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 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 3.5 | 4.3 | 4.9 | 5.2 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 2.9 |
| 60° | 3.8 | 4.6 | 5.1 | 5.5 | 5.7 | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| 75° | 4.0 | 4.8 | 5.3 | 5.6 | 5.9 | 6.0 | 6.2 |
| 90° | 4.1 | 5.0 | 5.6 | 5.9 | 6.1 | 6.2 | 6.5 |
| 110° | 4.2 | 5.2 | 5.7 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 7.0 |
| 120° | 4.1 | 5.0 | 5.6 | 6.0 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.3 |
| 135° | 3.7 | 4.6 | 5.3 | 5.8 | 6.1 | 6.5 | 7.2 |
| 150° | 3.2 | 4.1 | 4.9 | 5.5 | 5.8 | 6.2 | 6.8 |
| Beat VMG | 2.2 | 2.8 | 3.1 | 3.5 | 3.7 | 3.7 | 3.6 |
| Run VMG | 2.8 | 3.6 | 4.3 | 4.9 | 5.4 | 5.8 | 6.3 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 23ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
5 reported issues across 5 systems for the BAVARIA 707, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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