DELPH 32
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 31.53 ft |
| LWL | 26.9 ft |
| Beam | 10.5 ft |
| Draft | 6 ft |
| Displacement | 10,803 lb |
| Ballast | 4,849.5 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.9 kn |
About the DELPH 32
Designed by Andre Mauric and built by Artecna (FRA) from 1974–1982, the Delph 32 is a rare vessel with only 42 hulls produced. Its authoritative specifications confirm a displacement of 10803.0 lb and a beam of 10.5 ft, indicating a substantial, heavy-displacement cruising platform.
- Best for:
- This boat suits experienced coastal cruisers and those seeking a robust, heavy-displacement sloop with a 6.0 ft max draft, prioritizing stability and comfort over high-speed performance.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a D/L ratio of 247.76 and a capsize ratio of 1.9, the Delph 32 exhibits strong offshore suitability, offering excellent motion comfort and stability in heavy weather.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other 1970s European heavy-displacement cruisers like the Hallberg-Rassy 32 or Oyster 32, due to its similar build quality, fin keel configuration, and emphasis on offshore comfort.
Performance
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the DELPH 32 yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 31.53ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the DELPH 32yet 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.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
Own a DELPH 32? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist — and they're the reason the boats above it have one.
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Which engine powers your DELPH 32?
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Used sails that fit the DELPH 32
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