BAVARIA 770
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 25.25 ft |
| LWL | 20.33 ft |
| Beam | 8.67 ft |
| Draft | 4.25 ft |
| Displacement | 3,410 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.0 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 29.8 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 10.3 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 28.2 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 9.12 ft |
| FLforestay | 10.3 ft |
| Mainsail | 292.3 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 153.5 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 260.9 sq ft |
About the BAVARIA 770
The Bavaria 770 is a compact masthead sloop designed by Axel Mohnhaupt and built by Bavaria Yachts (GER) in 1981. With a displacement of 3410.0 lb and a LOA of 25.25 ft, it represents a specific entry-level offering from the manufacturer's early production history, though the total hulls built remains unconfirmed.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruising and day sailing, particularly for couples or small families seeking a manageable, trailerable package. Its light displacement and moderate sail area make it accessible for novice sailors or those with limited storage space.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 3410.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 13.61, the Bavaria 770 is not designed for extended offshore passages and is best restricted to protected coastal waters.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from this era include the Beneteau First 25 and the O'Day 25, as they share similar dimensions, light displacement characteristics, and a focus on easy handling for recreational coastal use.
Performance
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the BAVARIA 770 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 25.25ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the BAVARIA 770yet 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.
Own a BAVARIA 770? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist — and they're the reason the boats above it have one.
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Which engine powers your BAVARIA 770?
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