BUCCANEER 295

About the BUCCANEER 295

Origins with the CHASER 29, a Doug Peterson designed production IOR 1/2 ton racer, but with an entirely different deck and coach roof. Also offered as the BUCCANEER 300 with a fancier interior. Later, the company built a similar model called the US 29. When Bayliner ended it's production of sailboats, the molds were passed on to Pearson Yachts where it appeared for a time as the TRITON 30. Thanks to former Bayliner employee Craig Montague for providing information on this yacht.

The Buccaneer 295 is a 29.25 ft masthead sloop designed by Doug Peterson (unauthorized) and built by Bayliner Marine Corp. (USA) in 1976. With a displacement of 6800.0 lb and a beam of 10.25 ft, this single-year production model represents a specific era of American trailerable cruising yachts.

Best for:

This boat suits coastal cruisers and trailerable weekenders who prioritize a wide beam for interior comfort and ease of trailering over long-range offshore performance.

Bluewater capability:

With a capsize ratio of 2.17 and a comfort ratio of 18.26, the Buccaneer 295 is generally considered suitable for protected coastal waters rather than heavy offshore passages.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include the Cal 2-36 and O'Day 28, as they share similar trailerable dimensions and coastal cruising roles from the mid-1970s.