HARRIS & HEACOCK 27
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 27 ft |
| LWL | 24 ft |
| Beam | 13.5 ft |
| Draft | 4.83 ft/ 1.12 ft min |
| Displacement | 2,560 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.6 kn |
About the HARRIS & HEACOCK 27
AKA SUNBURNER 27 or similar?. Never went into production but a number of these were built by amateurs.
The Harris & Heacock 27 is a lightweight, high-performance fractional sloop designed and built by Harris & Heacock in 1972. With a displacement of 2560.0 lb and a SA/D ratio of 33.0, this vessel prioritizes speed and agility over heavy cruising comfort.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal day-sailors and performance-oriented racers who value quick handling and high windward ability over long-range offshore provisioning.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 2560.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 4.96, this boat is not recommended for serious bluewater cruising due to its light motion characteristics and limited storage.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other late-1970s lightweight fractional sloops such as the O'Day 27 or Pearson 26, which share similar LOA dimensions and racing-focused hull forms.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 27ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the HARRIS & HEACOCK 27, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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