GP 33 (ORC)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 32.48 ft |
| Beam | 9.84 ft |
| Draft | 7.22 ft |
| Displacement | 4,409 lb |
| Ballast | 2,204.9 lb |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 40.35 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 12.47 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 41.99 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 15.58 ft |
| FLforestay | 12.5 ft |
| Mainsail | 604.9 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 251.6 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 779.4 sq ft |
About the GP 33 (ORC)
ORC 'Box' Rule (Grand Prix 33) Dimensions shown here (vers. 2015) only represent a synopsis of limits specified in the rule. See complete ORC document for details. MB 2.7m - 3.0m Maximum Beam DSPW 2000kg - 2150kg Displacement KW 950 kg - 1050kg Keel Weight
The GP 33 (ORC) is a fractional sloop designed by Various and built by Various, with production records indicating a build year of 2013 and an unknown total hull count. With a displacement of 4409.0 lb and a beam of 9.84 ft, this vessel represents a specific configuration within the GP 33 lineage, characterized by a fin keel and a max draft of 7.22 ft.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and performance-oriented sailors who prioritize a fractional rig setup and moderate displacement for manageable handling. Its dimensions and rig type make it well-suited for active weekend cruising and short-handed sailing rather than heavy offshore passage-making.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 4409.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.4, the GP 33 (ORC) is primarily designed for coastal cruising rather than serious bluewater voyaging. Its relatively light displacement and fin keel configuration suggest it is best suited for protected waters and short offshore passages rather than extended ocean crossings.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 33 and the J/33, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and performance-oriented hull forms from the same era. These vessels offer similar beam-to-length ratios and displacement characteristics, appealing to sailors seeking a balance of speed and coastal cruising comfort.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(3 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° | 4.2 | 5.7 | 6.7 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 7.8 |
| 60° | 4.5 | 6.0 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.1 | 8.3 | 8.3 |
| 75° | 4.7 | 6.2 | 7.1 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 8.5 | 8.7 | 9.0 | 9.2 |
| 90° | 4.6 | 6.2 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 8.3 | 8.9 | 9.3 | 9.9 | 10.3 |
| 110° | 4.8 | 6.4 | 7.5 | 8.3 | 8.8 | 9.3 | 9.8 | 10.7 | 11.8 |
| 120° | 4.7 | 6.3 | 7.4 | 8.3 | 9.2 | 9.8 | 10.4 | 11.6 | 12.8 |
| 135° | 4.0 | 5.6 | 7.0 | 7.8 | 8.7 | 9.8 | 11.0 | 13.2 | 15.0 |
| 150° | 3.3 | 4.7 | 6.0 | 7.0 | 7.7 | 8.5 | 9.4 | 12.1 | 15.7 |
| Beat VMG | 2.7 | 3.7 | 4.6 | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Run VMG | 2.9 | 4.1 | 5.2 | 6.0 | 6.7 | 7.3 | 8.2 | 10.5 | 13.6 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 32.48ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the GP 33 (ORC)yet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
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