MAXI 1050
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 34.61 ft |
| LWL | 30.77 ft |
| Beam | 10.66 ft |
| Draft | 6.14 ft |
| Displacement | 10,913 lb |
| Ballast | 3,902.5 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.4 kn |
About the MAXI 1050
Reported SA = Main + 105% jib.
The Maxi 1050 is a performance-oriented 34.61 ft sloop designed by Pelle Petterson and built by Maxi Yachts (SWE)/ Nimbus in 2002. With a displacement of 10913.0 lb and a fractional rig, it represents a specific era of Scandinavian design focused on speed and handling.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and performance sailors who prioritize sailing dynamics over heavy bluewater comfort, given its relatively light displacement and high sail area-to-displacement ratio of 20.65.
- Bluewater capability:
- While capable of coastal passages, its offshore suitability is moderated by a low displacement of 10913.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.93, suggesting it is better suited for protected waters than heavy ocean passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other early-2000s Scandinavian performance cruisers like the Nauticat 34 or Hallberg-Rassy 34, the Maxi 1050 shares similar fractional rigging and fin keel characteristics but distinguishes itself with a lighter displacement and higher capsize ratio of 1.93.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(3 certificates)
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 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 3.9 | 5.2 | 6.1 | 6.7 | 6.9 | 7.0 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.2 |
| 60° | 4.1 | 5.4 | 6.3 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.4 |
| 75° | 4.3 | 5.6 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.8 |
| 90° | 4.1 | 5.5 | 6.4 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.3 |
| 110° | 3.9 | 5.3 | 6.4 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.5 | 9.1 |
| 120° | 3.7 | 5.1 | 6.2 | 6.9 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.7 | 9.3 |
| 135° | 3.3 | 4.6 | 5.7 | 6.5 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.7 | 9.7 |
| 150° | 2.7 | 3.9 | 5.0 | 5.9 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 8.3 | 9.2 |
| Beat VMG | 2.5 | 3.4 | 4.1 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.1 | 5.0 |
| Run VMG | 2.3 | 3.4 | 4.3 | 5.1 | 5.9 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.7 | 8.4 |
Estimated Value
Limited DataAsking price by model year
6 listings · boat years 2002–2008 · median $102,600
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 34.61ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
6 reported issues across 5 systems for the MAXI 1050, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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