CHASER 33
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 33 ft |
| LWL | 28.25 ft |
| Beam | 10.5 ft |
| Draft | 6.08 ft |
| Displacement | 9,300 lb |
| Ballast | 4,900.2 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.1 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 43.6 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 13.8 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 39.6 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 10 ft |
| FLforestay | 13.8 ft |
| Mainsail | 514.7 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 300.8 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 511.4 sq ft |
About the CHASER 33
IOR 3/4 ton racer. It is thought that the molds for this yacht were later aquired by Bayliner and used for US 33-1/BUCCANEER 335.
Designed by Doug Peterson and built by Chaser Yachts Inc. in Canada, the Chaser 33 is a 33.0 ft masthead sloop with a production run limited to 1975. With a displacement of 9300.0 lb and a beam of 10.5 ft, this vessel represents a specific era of Canadian boatbuilding with a hull count that remains unverified in available records.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize a comfortable, stable ride over high-performance racing, given its high comfort ratio of 21.13 and moderate sail area-to-displacement ratio of 18.11.
- Bluewater capability:
- While the low capsize ratio of 2.0 and fin keel suggest reasonable offshore stability, the high frequency of critical structural issues regarding deck core moisture and compression post rot raises significant concerns about long-term bluewater integrity without extensive restoration.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other 1970s Canadian-built cruising sloops like the Island Packet 33 or Valiant 32, the Chaser 33 shares similar displacement and beam characteristics, though it lacks the extensive bluewater pedigree of some contemporaries.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 33ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
13 reported issues across 7 systems for the CHASER 33, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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