CARAVELA 22
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 22.01 ft |
| LWL | 19 ft |
| Beam | 8.17 ft |
| Draft | 4.27 ft |
| Displacement | 2,502 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 5.8 kn |
About the CARAVELA 22
Designed by Leonardo da Costa Sayago and built by Caravela (UK), the Caravela 22 is a compact fractional sloop with a production run of 100 hulls in 1978. With a displacement of 2502.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 11.84, it offers a lightweight, responsive platform that prioritizes ease of handling over heavy offshore comfort.
- Best for:
- This boat is ideally suited for coastal cruising, daysailing, and novice sailors seeking a manageable, trailerable package. Its fractional sloop rig and fin keel configuration make it particularly well-matched for single-handers or couples who prioritize agility and low maintenance over long-range provisioning.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.41 and a relatively low displacement of 2502.0 lb, the Caravela 22 is best regarded as a coastal cruiser rather than a dedicated bluewater vessel, though its fin keel provides adequate stability for protected offshore passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from this era include the O'Day 22 and the Pearson 22, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and trailerable dimensions. These vessels are comparable due to their shared role as entry-level coastal cruisers with similar beam-to-length ratios and lightweight displacement characteristics.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 22.01ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the CARAVELA 22yet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
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