KONSORT 29 (WESTERLY)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 28.83 ft |
| LWL | 25.5 ft |
| Beam | 10.75 ft |
| Draft | 5.33 ft |
| Displacement | 9,211 lb |
| Ballast | 3,199.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.8 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Pmainsail luff | 15.19 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 11.52 ft |
| Mainsail | 180 sq ft |
About the KONSORT 29 (WESTERLY)
Twin Keel model - draft: 3.2'/.98m. A Pilothouse 'DUO' model was also available. In popularity, of all Westerly models, second only to the CENTAUR. Sail area: -Main: 180 ft² / 16.72 m² -Genoa (#1): 333 ft² / 30.94 m² -Genoa (#2): 257 ft² / 23.88 m² -Jib (#1): 168 ft² / 15.61 m² -Jib (#2): 120 ft² / 11.15 m² -Jib (#3): 68 ft² / 6.32 m²
Designed by Laurent Giles and built by Westerly Marine Ltd. (UK) from 1979–1991, the Konsort 29 is a robust cruiser with 704 hulls produced. Its design emphasizes stability and comfort, reflected in a high comfort ratio of 22.72 and a displacement of 9211.0 lb.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a stable, comfortable passage-making vessel, particularly given its moderate sail area-to-displacement ratio of 14.28 and proven track record with Yanmar and Bukh engines.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 2.05 and a D/L ratio of 247.99, the Konsort 29 is well-suited for offshore passages, offering the stability and reserve buoyancy expected from a Laurent Giles design.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Westerly Comet and other Laurent Giles designs from the same era, sharing similar beam widths around 10.75 ft and heavy displacement characteristics that prioritize seakeeping over raw speed.
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° | 3.9 | 4.7 | 5.2 | 5.7 | 6.1 | 6.3 | 6.4 |
| 60° | 4.2 | 5.0 | 5.6 | 6.0 | 6.3 | 6.5 | 6.7 |
| 75° | 4.5 | 5.3 | 5.9 | 6.3 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 7.0 |
| 90° | 4.4 | 5.3 | 5.9 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 6.9 | 7.3 |
| 110° | 4.1 | 5.0 | 5.8 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 6.8 | 7.3 |
| 120° | 3.9 | 4.8 | 5.5 | 6.1 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 7.2 |
| 135° | 3.4 | 4.3 | 5.0 | 5.7 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 7.0 |
| 150° | 3.0 | 3.9 | 4.6 | 5.3 | 5.9 | 6.3 | 6.8 |
| Beat VMG | 2.4 | 3.0 | 3.3 | 3.6 | 3.9 | 4.1 | 4.2 |
| Run VMG | 2.6 | 3.4 | 4.1 | 4.8 | 5.4 | 5.9 | 6.6 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 28.83ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
3 reported issues across 3 systems for the KONSORT 29 (WESTERLY), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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