CAPE DORY 25D
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 25 ft |
| LWL | 19 ft |
| Beam | 8 ft |
| Draft | 3.5 ft |
| Displacement | 5,120 lb |
| Ballast | 2,050 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 5.8 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 32 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 10.25 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 27.25 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 10.25 ft |
| FLforestay | 10.3 ft |
| Mainsail | 314.8 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 164 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 278.8 sq ft |
Engine
| Yanmar | 1GM7.5 hpSee all 58 parts → |
About the CAPE DORY 25D
Later offered by C. W. Hood Yachts (1996?) as the OCTAVIA 25.
Designed by Carl Alberg and built by Cape Dory Yachts (USA) from 1981–1985, the Cape Dory 25D is a robust, full-keel sloop with 189 hulls produced. Its heavy displacement of 5120.0 lb and full/long keel configuration prioritize stability and seakeeping over speed, resulting in a comfort ratio of 23.83 and a low capsize ratio of 1.86.
- Best for:
- This boat is ideally suited for coastal cruisers and conservative bluewater sailors who value safety, ease of single-handed handling, and low maintenance over high-performance sailing.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 5120.0 lb, a capsize ratio of 1.86, and a full/long keel, the 25D is well-regarded for offshore passage-making due to its inherent stability and self-righting characteristics.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Cape Dory 28 and the Tartan 27, as they share similar full-keel, heavy-displacement designs from the same era that prioritize motion comfort and structural integrity over planing ability.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
7 listings · boat years 1974–1986 · median $10,500
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 25ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
18 reported issues across 6 systems for the CAPE DORY 25D, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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