BOMBAY EXPRESS 26
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 26 ft |
| LWL | 24.08 ft |
| Beam | 10.5 ft |
| Draft | 5.75 ft/ 2.33 ft min |
| Displacement | 7,500 lb |
| Ballast | 2,499.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.6 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 27.7 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 10.1 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 32 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 16.8 ft |
| FLforestay | 10.1 ft |
| Mainsail | 430.2 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 139.9 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 237.8 sq ft |
About the BOMBAY EXPRESS 26
After New Bombay Trading closed, the molds were used by Island Packet to produce the ISLAND PACKET 26 MKI.
The Bombay Express 26 is a fractional sloop designed by Walter H. Scott and built by New Bombay Trading (USA) in 1978. With a displacement of 7500.0 lb and a beam of 10.5 ft, this vessel offers a comfortable cruising platform, though the exact total hulls built remains unconfirmed in available records.
- Best for:
- This boat is well-suited for coastal cruisers and couples seeking a manageable, well-balanced sloop, as evidenced by the high frequency of dodger and cockpit canvas upgrades indicating a focus on liveaboard comfort.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.15 and a D/L ratio of 239.8, the boat exhibits moderate offshore stability, making it suitable for protected coastal passages rather than extended open-ocean voyaging.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other late-1970s fractional sloop designs like the Cal 25 or O'Day 26, sharing similar displacement ranges and fractional rig configurations that prioritize ease of handling over pure racing performance.
Performance
Estimated Value
Limited DataEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 26ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
2 reported issues across 1 systems for the BOMBAY EXPRESS 26, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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