LOTUS 25
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 24.61 ft |
| LWL | 21.65 ft |
| Beam | 7.87 ft |
| Draft | 4.59 ft |
| Displacement | 3,748 lb |
| Ballast | 1,323 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.2 kn |
About the LOTUS 25
The Lotus 25 is a compact, lightweight sloop designed by Francois Sergent and built by CNSO in France, with production records indicating a single year of construction in 1967. With a hull count listed as unknown, this vessel represents a niche entry in the late 1960s European market, characterized by its 24.61 ft LOA and 3748.0 lb displacement.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal day sailing and light weekend cruising due to its low displacement and manageable size, appealing to owners seeking a simple, low-maintenance masthead sloop. Its lightweight nature makes it ideal for single-handers or couples looking for easy trailering and launching capabilities.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.03 and a comfort ratio of 16.46, the Lotus 25 is not recommended for serious bluewater passage-making, as its light displacement and narrow beam suggest it is optimized for protected waters rather than heavy offshore conditions.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the O'Day 23 and the Pearson 23, which share similar beam dimensions and masthead sloop configurations from the same era. These vessels are comparable because they target the same market of affordable, easy-to-handle coastal cruisers with fin keels and moderate beam.
Performance
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the LOTUS 25 yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 24.61ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the LOTUS 25yet 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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