DUFOUR 382 GRAND LARGE

About the DUFOUR 382 GRAND LARGE

Hull length: 9.9m/32.5ft. Optional 40 hp engine. Sail area: Main - 36 sq m/387.5 sq ft. Genoa - 22 sq m/336.8 sq ft

Designed by Umberto Felci and built by Dufour Yachts, the Dufour 382 Grand Large is a fractional sloop with a production start in 2014. While the exact hull count is unspecified, this model represents a specific iteration in Dufour's lineup, characterized by a displacement of 15565.0 lb and a beam of 12.63 ft.

Best for:

This boat suits coastal cruisers and performance-oriented sailors who prioritize interior volume and modern amenities, as evidenced by the high frequency of bow thruster additions and electronics upgrades.

Bluewater capability:

With a low capsize ratio of 2.03 and a moderate comfort ratio of 24.34, the boat is capable of offshore passages, though its relatively light displacement of 15565.0 lb suggests it is optimized for coastal and nearshore cruising rather than heavy-weather bluewater endurance.

Comparables:

Comparable to other mid-2010s performance cruisers like the Beneteau First 36.7 or Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 38.2, it shares a similar era and role but distinguishes itself with a lighter displacement and higher sail area-to-displacement ratio.