FRIENDSHIP 33
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 32.8 ft |
| LWL | 25.92 ft |
| Beam | 10.83 ft |
| Draft | 5.75 ft |
| Displacement | 9,480 lb |
| Ballast | 3,351.2 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.8 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Mainsail | 292.78 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 259.41 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 701.81 sq ft |
About the FRIENDSHIP 33
vds design #397. From 1989 onwards, FS 33s were built with the lockers and doors with rounded corners. Until the mid-1990s, FS 33s were delivered with a continuous window. From the late 1990s onwards, FS 33s were delivered with double windows. Additional keel options: Shallow keel draft: 1.3 m / 4.26 ft; Ballast: 1,700 kg / 3,748 lbs Wing keel draft: 1.1 m / 3.6 ft; Ballast: 1,700 kg / 3,748 lbs CB draft: 1.12 - 1.75 m / 3.67 ft - 5.74 ft; Ballast: 1,795 kg / 3,957 lbs Sail area: -Main: 27.2 m² / 292.78 ft² -Jib: 24.1 m² / 259.4 ft² -Genoa: 30.4 m² / 327.22 ft² -Genoa #2: 21 m² / 226.04 ft² -Spinnaker: 65.2 m² / 701.8 ft²
The Friendship 33 is a fractional sloop designed by E.G. Van de Stadt and built by Meyer Werft (NED) from 1985–1995. With a displacement of 9480.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 21.92, this vessel offers a balanced blend of performance and stability for its era.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize a manageable fractional sloop rig and a comfortable motion, as indicated by its moderate comfort ratio.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.05 and a displacement of 9480.0 lb, the Friendship 33 is generally considered suitable for coastal and nearshore cruising rather than heavy offshore bluewater passage-making.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other 1980s European fractional sloops with similar displacement and beam, such as the Beneteau First 33 or O'Day 32, which share similar performance characteristics and target markets.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)
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 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.6 | 5.5 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 6.6 | 6.7 | 6.7 |
| 60° | 4.9 | 5.8 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 6.8 | 6.8 | 6.9 |
| 75° | 5.2 | 6.0 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.1 | 7.3 |
| 90° | 5.1 | 6.0 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.6 |
| 110° | 5.0 | 6.1 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.1 |
| 120° | 4.9 | 5.9 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 8.3 |
| 135° | 4.4 | 5.4 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 8.0 |
| 150° | 3.7 | 4.7 | 5.6 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.6 |
| Beat VMG | 3.0 | 3.6 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.7 |
| Run VMG | 3.2 | 4.1 | 4.8 | 5.6 | 6.2 | 6.6 | 7.2 |
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 32.8ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
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