COASTER 33 (HILL)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 32.75 ft |
| LWL | 28.52 ft |
| Beam | 10.17 ft |
| Draft | 4 ft |
| Displacement | 17,934 lb |
| Ballast | 6,282.3 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.2 kn |
Engine
| Perkins | 4-10850 hpSee all 173 parts → |
About the COASTER 33 (HILL)
The COASTER 33 hulls were molded by Robert Ives Ltd with most being fitted out at R.J Prior & Son (UK). Originally fitted with a Perkins 4.108, Mercedes OM636 or a Tempest Captain diesel. See also PASSAGEMAKER 33.
The Coaster 33 is a robust, full-keel ketch designed by Alan F. Hill and built by Robert Ives Ltd. (UK) between 1972 and 1988, with a total production of 47 hulls. Its heavy displacement of 17934.0 lb and high comfort ratio of 42.36 reflect a design prioritizing stability and seakeeping over speed.
- Best for:
- This boat is ideally suited for conservative coastal cruisers and those seeking a stable, comfortable platform for short offshore passages, particularly given its masthead ketch rig and full keel configuration.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.56 and a high displacement-to-length ratio of 345.13, the Coaster 33 is well-suited for offshore cruising, offering exceptional stability and motion comfort in heavy weather.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include the Hallberg-Rassy 33 and the Tartan 33, as they share similar eras, heavy displacement characteristics, and full-keel designs that prioritize safety and comfort over planing performance.
Direct variant of the COASTER 33 (HILL)
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
9 reported issues across 6 systems for the COASTER 33 (HILL), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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