ELLIOTT 7
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 22.97 ft |
| LWL | 21.65 ft |
| Beam | 8.04 ft |
| Draft | 5.25 ft/ 1.15 ft min |
| Displacement | 1,301 lb |
| Ballast | 551 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.2 kn |
About the ELLIOTT 7
Designed by Greg Elliott and built by Elliot Marine (NZ), the Elliott 7 is a lightweight, high-performance daysailer with a production run of 40 hulls completed in 1991. Its fractional sloop rig and low displacement of 1301.0 lb prioritize speed and agility over heavy cruising comfort.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal day sailing, racing, and short weekend trips where trailerability and performance are prioritized over long-range provisioning or heavy-weather offshore endurance.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 1301.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 5.68, the Elliott 7 is not designed for bluewater cruising and is best restricted to protected coastal waters due to its light construction and minimal ballast.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other 22-foot trailerable performance cruisers from the early 1990s, such as the O'Day 23 or Catalina 22, though the Elliott 7 distinguishes itself with a significantly lighter displacement and more radical hull form.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(8 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° | 3.7 | 4.9 | 5.8 | 6.2 | 6.4 | 6.5 | 6.6 | 6.8 | 6.8 |
| 60° | 3.9 | 5.2 | 5.9 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 6.8 | 7.0 | 7.1 | 7.2 |
| 75° | 4.1 | 5.3 | 6.1 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.1 |
| 90° | 4.1 | 5.4 | 6.3 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 8.8 | 9.3 |
| 110° | 4.2 | 5.5 | 6.4 | 7.2 | 7.9 | 8.5 | 9.0 | 9.9 | 10.9 |
| 120° | 3.9 | 5.3 | 6.3 | 7.1 | 8.0 | 8.9 | 9.7 | 10.9 | 12.4 |
| 135° | 3.3 | 4.7 | 5.8 | 6.6 | 7.3 | 8.2 | 9.3 | 12.6 | 14.4 |
| 150° | 2.7 | 4.0 | 5.0 | 5.9 | 6.5 | 7.2 | 8.0 | 10.7 | 13.8 |
| Beat VMG | 2.4 | 3.2 | 3.9 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.6 |
| Run VMG | 2.4 | 3.4 | 4.3 | 5.1 | 5.7 | 6.2 | 6.9 | 9.3 | 12.0 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 22.97ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
10 reported issues across 8 systems for the ELLIOTT 7, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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