BRISTOL 27-2
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 27 ft |
| LWL | 22.08 ft |
| Beam | 9.42 ft |
| Draft | 4.92 ft |
| Displacement | 8,300 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.3 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 38 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 11.75 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 32.62 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 10 ft |
| FLforestay | 11.8 ft |
| Mainsail | 399.4 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 223.3 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 379.5 sq ft |
About the BRISTOL 27-2
Introduced (1987) at a time when the boating industry was in a state of near collapse. Also promoted as DIMENSION 27. It's not certain that even a prototype was actually built.
The Bristol 27-2 is a compact, heavy-displacement cruising sloop designed by Dieter Empacher and built by Bristol Yachts Inc. in the USA. Production was limited to the single year of 1987, with the exact total hull count remaining unverified in available records.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruisers and couples seeking a stable, comfortable day-sailer or weekend cruiser, rather than extended bluewater passages.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 8300.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.86, the boat offers good stability for coastal work, but its short 22.08 ft LWL and lack of documented offshore history limit its suitability for serious bluewater cruising.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Cal 27 and O'Day 27, as they share similar dimensions, masthead sloop rigs, and a focus on interior comfort over high-performance racing metrics.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 27ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
2 reported issues across 1 systems for the BRISTOL 27-2, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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