ELAN 333
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 32.78 ft |
| LWL | 28.71 ft |
| Beam | 11.35 ft |
| Draft | 6.23 ft |
| Displacement | 8,818 lb |
| Ballast | 3,350.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.2 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 42.42 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 12.04 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 40.03 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 14.76 ft |
| FLforestay | 12 ft |
| Mainsail | 574.4 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 255.4 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 434.1 sq ft |
About the ELAN 333
According to the builder, the ELAN 333 was one of their most popular models. Replaced with the ELAN 340 (2006).
Designed by Robert Humphreys and built by Elan Marine from 1999–2005, the Elan 333 is a fractional sloop with a displacement of 8818.0 lb and a beam of 11.35 ft. While the exact hulls built count is unknown, owner reports highlight significant structural concerns that prospective buyers must address.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize interior volume and modern amenities, as evidenced by the high prevalence of bimini installations (68 mentions) and bow thruster additions (42 mentions).
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.2 and a comfort ratio of 17.91, the Elan 333 is designed for coastal cruising rather than heavy offshore passage-making, a limitation reinforced by critical reports of deck core moisture and rudder shaft issues.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from this era include the Beneteau First 33 and the Bavaria 33, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and target the same performance-cruising market segment.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(62 certificates)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 3.5 | 4.8 | 5.8 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 6.9 | 7.0 | 7.1 | 7.1 |
| 60° | 3.8 | 5.1 | 6.0 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.3 |
| 75° | 3.9 | 5.3 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.8 |
| 90° | 3.8 | 5.3 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.2 |
| 110° | 3.9 | 5.4 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.3 | 8.6 |
| 120° | 3.8 | 5.2 | 6.3 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.7 | 9.1 |
| 135° | 3.3 | 4.7 | 5.8 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.7 | 9.7 |
| 150° | 2.7 | 3.9 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 8.2 | 9.1 |
| Beat VMG | 2.2 | 3.1 | 3.8 | 4.3 | 4.7 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.1 | 5.0 |
| Run VMG | 2.4 | 3.4 | 4.4 | 5.2 | 5.9 | 6.5 | 6.9 | 7.6 | 8.2 |
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
28 listings · boat years 1999–2006 · median $63,498
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 32.78ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
16 reported issues across 10 systems for the ELAN 333, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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