FULMAR 32 (WESTERLY)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 31.83 ft |
| LWL | 26 ft |
| Beam | 10.92 ft |
| Draft | 5.25 ft |
| Displacement | 9,900 lb |
| Ballast | 4,210.5 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.8 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Pmainsail luff | 15.68 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 12.99 ft |
| Mainsail | 253 sq ft |
About the FULMAR 32 (WESTERLY)
Available with twin keels; Draft: 1.22m/4.0'. A few also were delivered with a lifting keel (6). Sail area: -Main: 253 ft² / 23.5 m² -Genoa (#1): 313 ft² / 29.1 m² -Genoa (#2): 254 ft² / 23.6 m² -Jib (#1): 194 ft² / 18 m² -Jib (#2): 93 ft² / 8.6 m²
Designed by Ed Dubois and built by Westerly Marine Ltd. (UK), the Fulmar 32 is a robust fractional sloop with 437 hulls constructed between 1979 and 1992. Its heavy displacement of 9900.0 lb and high comfort ratio of 22.84 reflect a design prioritizing stability and seakeeping over pure speed.
- Best for:
- This boat is ideally suited for coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable platform for short offshore passages, particularly given its fractional rig and moderate sail area-to-displacement ratio of 16.19.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 2.04 and a displacement of 9900.0 lb, the Fulmar 32 is well-regarded for bluewater cruising, though potential buyers must vigilantly inspect for structural integrity issues like keel smiles.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from this era include the Hallberg-Rassy 32 and the Tartan 32, as they share similar heavy-displacement characteristics and fractional sloop rigs designed for safe offshore cruising.
Direct variant of the FULMAR 32 (WESTERLY)
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Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 31.83ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
7 reported issues across 4 systems for the FULMAR 32 (WESTERLY), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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