HOLDER 17 DS
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 17 ft |
| LWL | 15 ft |
| Beam | 7 ft |
| Draft | 4.17 ft/ 1.17 ft min |
| Displacement | 925 lb |
| Ballast | 325 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 5.2 kn |
About the HOLDER 17 DS
The Holder 17 DS is a compact fractional sloop designed by Ron Holder and built by Holder Marine (USA) in 1982. With a displacement of 925.0 lb and a beam of 7.0 ft, this vessel represents a specific era of American trailerable sailboat design, though the exact total hulls built remains unverified in available records.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruising and trailerable day sailing, appealing to owners who prioritize ease of transport and storage over long-range offshore capability.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 925.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 6.86, the Holder 17 DS is not designed for bluewater passagemaking and is strictly limited to protected coastal waters.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other 1980s trailerable fractionals like the O'Day 23 or Catalina 22, as they share similar fractional rig configurations and target the same market of weekend coastal cruisers.
Direct variant of the HOLDER 17 DS
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 17ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the HOLDER 17 DS, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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