MAXI 777
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 26.18 ft |
| LWL | 22.15 ft |
| Beam | 8.2 ft |
| Draft | 5.09 ft |
| Displacement | 4,189 lb |
| Ballast | 1,433.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.3 kn |
About the MAXI 777
LOD = 7.70m Also available with a Volvo Penta 110S, 13 hp engine Similar to the Maxi 77 but with 7/8 fractional rig (vs. the masthead rig on the 77).
Designed by Pelle Petterson and built by Maxi Yachts (SWE) between 1982 and 1983, the Maxi 777 is a compact fractional sloop with a total production of 180 hulls. Its lightweight displacement of 4189.0 lb and high sail area-to-displacement ratio of 18.61 indicate a design optimized for performance rather than heavy cruising comfort.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend racers who prioritize speed and ease of handling over heavy offshore passage-making. Its fractional rig and moderate beam of 8.2 ft make it manageable for small crews or single-handers seeking a responsive, planing-capable day sailor.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 4189.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.04, the Maxi 777 is not well-suited for extended bluewater passages due to its light weight and lack of heavy ballast (1433.1 lb). Its design favors protected coastal waters where its performance characteristics can be safely utilized.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the O'Day 262 and Catalina 25, which share similar length overall (26.18 ft) and fractional sloop rigs from the early 1980s. These vessels offer similar coastal cruising capabilities but often feature heavier displacement and different keel configurations compared to the Maxi 777's fin keel.
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° | 4.3 | 5.1 | 5.6 | 5.8 | 5.9 | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| 60° | 4.5 | 5.4 | 5.8 | 6.0 | 6.1 | 6.1 | 6.1 |
| 75° | 4.7 | 5.5 | 5.9 | 6.1 | 6.3 | 6.4 | 6.5 |
| 90° | 4.6 | 5.6 | 6.0 | 6.2 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 6.9 |
| 110° | 4.7 | 5.6 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.3 |
| 120° | 4.5 | 5.5 | 6.0 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.6 |
| 135° | 4.0 | 5.0 | 5.7 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.5 |
| 150° | 3.4 | 4.4 | 5.2 | 5.8 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 7.1 |
| Beat VMG | 2.8 | 3.4 | 3.9 | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.1 |
| Run VMG | 3.0 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 5.2 | 5.7 | 6.0 | 6.6 |
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the MAXI 777 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 26.18ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the MAXI 777yet 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.
Own a MAXI 777? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist — and they're the reason the boats above it have one.
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