BIRDIE 32
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 30.84 ft |
| LWL | 26.44 ft |
| Beam | 10.5 ft |
| Draft | 5.58 ft |
| Displacement | 8,377 lb |
| Ballast | 3,526.7 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.9 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 35.47 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 11.81 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 39.37 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 10.83 ft |
| FLforestay | 11.8 ft |
| Mainsail | 439.7 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 209.5 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 356.1 sq ft |
About the BIRDIE 32
The Birdie 32 is a fractional sloop designed by Jan Becker and built by Eggel & Co. (SWE) between 1978 and 1985, with a total production of 250 hulls. This Swedish cruiser offers a balanced blend of performance and comfort, characterized by a displacement of 8377.0 lb and a beam of 10.5 ft.
- Best for:
- This boat is well-suited for coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who value a spacious interior and manageable handling, as well as those seeking a classic European design with moderate performance capabilities.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 8377.0 lb, a capsize ratio of 2.07, and a fin keel, the Birdie 32 possesses the stability and seaworthiness for protected offshore passages, though its moderate comfort ratio suggests it is best suited for coastal and nearshore cruising rather than extended bluewater expeditions.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from the same era include the Hallberg-Rassy 32 and the Nauticat 32, as they share similar fractional sloop rigs, displacement ranges, and a focus on comfortable cruising with robust construction.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(4 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 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 3.2 | 4.4 | 5.2 | 5.7 | 6.0 | 6.2 | 6.3 | 6.3 | 6.3 |
| 60° | 3.4 | 4.6 | 5.4 | 5.9 | 6.2 | 6.3 | 6.4 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| 75° | 3.5 | 4.8 | 5.6 | 6.1 | 6.3 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 6.8 | 6.8 |
| 90° | 3.6 | 4.9 | 5.8 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 6.8 | 6.9 | 7.0 | 7.2 |
| 110° | 3.6 | 5.0 | 5.9 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 7.8 |
| 120° | 3.5 | 4.8 | 5.8 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.8 | 8.3 |
| 135° | 3.1 | 4.3 | 5.3 | 6.0 | 6.5 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.7 | 8.3 |
| 150° | 2.6 | 3.7 | 4.7 | 5.5 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 8.0 |
| Beat VMG | 2.1 | 2.8 | 3.4 | 3.9 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.3 |
| Run VMG | 2.2 | 3.2 | 4.1 | 4.8 | 5.5 | 6.0 | 6.4 | 6.9 | 7.4 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 30.84ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
10 reported issues across 7 systems for the BIRDIE 32, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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