EVOLUTION 25
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 25.75 ft |
| LWL | 20.5 ft |
| Beam | 9.33 ft |
| Draft | 5 ft/ 1 ft min |
| Displacement | 5,050 lb |
| Ballast | 1,699.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.1 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 26 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 8.8 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 29.2 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 10.8 ft |
| FLforestay | 8.8 ft |
| Mainsail | 284.7 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 114.4 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 194.5 sq ft |
About the EVOLUTION 25
Same hull as EVOLUTION 26 but with different stern, keel, rudder, deck, interior and rig.
Designed by Julian Everitt and built by Evolution Yachts Ltd. (UK) between 1980 and 1984, the Evolution 25 is a compact masthead sloop with a production run of 55 hulls. This data-driven synthesis highlights a vessel with a 5050.0 lb displacement and 261.69 D/L ratio, noting that while it offers a comfortable 18.05 comfort ratio, owners frequently report structural concerns regarding the keel and rudder systems.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize a manageable 25.75 ft LOA and established engine options like Yanmar or Yamaha, provided they are prepared for ongoing maintenance of aging structural components.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 2.18 and a max draft of 5.0 ft, the boat is technically capable of offshore passages, but the high frequency of reported keel smile and sump cracking (28 mentions) and rudder issues (14 mentions) severely limits its reliability for serious bluewater cruising without extensive structural reinforcement.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other late-1970s and early-1980s British-built 25-footers such as the Hallberg-Rassy 26 or O'Day 25, the Evolution 25 shares similar dimensions and roles but distinguishes itself with a higher beam of 9.33 ft and a specific reputation for keel integrity issues.
Direct variant of the EVOLUTION 25
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 25.75ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
8 reported issues across 4 systems for the EVOLUTION 25, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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