CRUSADER 27 (CHEVERTON)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 27.25 ft |
| LWL | 20.5 ft |
| Beam | 8.16 ft |
| Draft | 4.25 ft |
| Displacement | 9,920 lb |
| Ballast | 3,372.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.1 kn |
About the CRUSADER 27 (CHEVERTON)
Strip planked on laminated frames.
The Crusader 27 is a classic British cruiser designed by David Cheverton and built by David Cheverton & Partners(UK) between 1959 and 1963, with a total production run of 50 hulls. This limited production run highlights its status as a specialized, hand-built vessel from the late 1950s and early 1960s.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruising and weekend sailing, appealing to owners who value traditional full-keel handling and classic aesthetics over high-performance racing metrics.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 9920.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.52, the Crusader 27 exhibits a heavy, stable hull form that suggests reasonable offshore capability for its size, though its age requires careful structural assessment.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other British full-keel sloops from the same era, such as the Contessa 26 or the Hallberg-Rassy 35, which share similar displacement characteristics and traditional cruising layouts.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 27.25ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
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Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
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