FREEWARD 25
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 25.23 ft |
| LWL | 21 ft |
| Beam | 9.35 ft |
| Draft | 3.75 ft |
| Displacement | 10,079 lb |
| Ballast | 4,704.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.1 kn |
About the FREEWARD 25
The same hull as the FISHER 25. Also available with a Volvo Penta MD28 engine.
Designed by Wyatt and Freeman and built by Fairways Marine/Northshore Yachts Ltd (UK), the Freeward 25 is a compact, heavy-displacement cruiser from 1974. With a displacement of 10079.0 lb and a full/long keel, this vessel prioritizes stability and comfort over speed, evidenced by a high D/L ratio of 485.86.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who value a stable, comfortable ride and easy handling over high-performance racing. Its compact LOA of 25.23 ft and shallow max draft of 3.75 ft make it ideal for trailerability and access to shallow anchorages.
- Bluewater capability:
- While the high displacement and low capsize ratio of 1.73 suggest inherent stability, the Freeward 25 is primarily designed for coastal use rather than extended bluewater passages due to its age and limited interior volume.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the O'Day 23 and Pearson 23, which share similar dimensions and a focus on safe, family-friendly coastal cruising. Like these contemporaries, the Freeward 25 offers a robust build with a masthead sloop rig suitable for relaxed sailing.
Direct variant of the FREEWARD 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 25.23ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
3 reported issues across 2 systems for the FREEWARD 25, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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