GRAND MISTRAL 80
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 80.38 ft |
| LWL | 70.8 ft |
| Beam | 20.34 ft |
| Draft | 13.12 ft |
| Displacement | 54,013.25 lb |
| Ballast | 26,677.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 11.3 kn |
About the GRAND MISTRAL 80
Also known as: Ericsson 80 and Farr Maxi One Design. Farr design #309. Specs above are design specifications. From Wikipedia 2021: Originally developed for Pierre Fehlmann with the intention of creating a one-design round-the-world race. Five yachts were originally built. Mistral built the prototype. At least one we know of was built at Director Yard (ITA) More can be found here: https://www.histoiredeshalfs.com/Maxis%20Monos/Mistral%2080.htm
The Grand Mistral 80 is a rare, high-performance offshore cruiser designed by Bruce Farr and built by Mistral Composites, with only 8 hulls constructed in 1995. Its substantial displacement of 54013.25 lb and beam of 20.34 ft reflect a design prioritizing stability and speed, resulting in a D/L ratio of 67.94.
- Best for:
- This vessel suits experienced offshore cruisers and racers who value Bruce Farr's performance-oriented hull form and are prepared to manage the complexities of a large, specialized composite yacht.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 2.16 and significant ballast of 26677.1 lb, the boat is structurally capable of bluewater passage making, though its single-year production run and specific hull issues require careful vetting.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other late-1990s Farr-designed performance cruisers like the Farr 80 or similar large fractional sloop rigs, due to its shared design philosophy and era-specific construction techniques.
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° | 8.0 | 9.6 | 10.5 | 10.9 | 11.2 | 11.3 | 11.8 |
| 60° | 8.6 | 10.2 | 10.9 | 11.3 | 11.6 | 11.8 | 12.4 |
| 75° | 9.3 | 10.7 | 11.3 | 11.9 | 12.4 | 12.7 | 13.2 |
| 90° | 9.4 | 10.8 | 11.5 | 12.2 | 12.9 | 13.5 | 14.2 |
| 110° | 8.6 | 10.4 | 11.2 | 12.0 | 12.6 | 13.4 | 14.9 |
| 120° | 8.1 | 10.1 | 11.2 | 12.0 | 12.9 | 13.5 | 14.9 |
| 135° | 7.1 | 9.0 | 10.5 | 11.4 | 12.3 | 13.4 | 15.4 |
| 150° | 5.9 | 7.5 | 9.0 | 10.2 | 11.1 | 11.8 | 13.7 |
| Beat VMG | 5.1 | 6.2 | 7.1 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.2 | 8.5 |
| Run VMG | 5.1 | 6.5 | 7.8 | 8.8 | 9.6 | 10.2 | 11.8 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 80.38ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
4 reported issues across 3 systems for the GRAND MISTRAL 80, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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