COBRA 1050

About the COBRA 1050

Designed by David Feltham and built by Cobra Yachts (UK), the Cobra 1050 is a compact 34.33 ft masthead sloop with a production run of 60 hulls starting in 1979. Its lightweight 12500.0 lb displacement and 22.55 comfort ratio suggest a design prioritizing performance and ease of handling over heavy offshore comfort.

Best for:

This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend racers who value a manageable 30.0 ft LWL and easy single-handed or couple sailing. The relatively low displacement and beam of 12.0 ft make it ideal for trailerability and dockage in smaller marinas.

Bluewater capability:

With a capsize ratio of 2.07 and a displacement of 12500.0 lb, the Cobra 1050 is best suited for coastal and protected waters rather than extended bluewater passages. Its twin/triple keel configuration offers good stability and beaching capability but lacks the heavy displacement typically preferred for serious offshore voyaging.

Comparables:

Comparable to other late-1970s UK-built performance cruisers like the Contessa 32 or Hallberg-Rassy 32, though those are heavier and more offshore-oriented. It shares DNA with other Feltham designs that emphasize a fine entry and responsive helm for coastal shorthanded cruising.