MAXI DOLPHIN 33 (MD33)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 32.48 ft |
| LWL | 30.51 ft |
| Beam | 10.5 ft |
| Draft | 6.56 ft |
| Displacement | 4,600 lb |
| Ballast | 1,599.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.4 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 36.1 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 9.78 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 37 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 15.9 ft |
| FLforestay | 9.8 ft |
| Mainsail | 344.44 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 236.81 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 968.75 sq ft |
About the MAXI DOLPHIN 33 (MD33)
Mainsail: 32 m2 Genoa: 22 m2 Gennaker: 90 m2 aka MD33, CROSS CURRENT 33.
The Maxi Dolphin 33 (MD33) is a fractional sloop designed and built by Maxi Dolphin Boatyard in Italy, with production records indicating a single build year of 2006. With a displacement of 4600.0 lb and a length overall of 32.48 ft, this vessel represents a specific era of Italian coastal cruiser design, though the exact total hull count remains unverified in available data.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize performance and ease of handling over heavy offshore endurance, given its light displacement and fractional rig configuration.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement-to-length ratio of 72.31 and a capsize ratio of 2.53, the MD33 is primarily a coastal cruiser rather than a bluewater passage-maker, lacking the heavy ballast and robust construction typically required for extended offshore passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include the Beneteau First 33 and the J/105, as they share similar fractional sloop rigs, light displacement characteristics, and a focus on coastal racing and cruising performance from the mid-2000s era.
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 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 5.2 | 6.3 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.1 | 8.2 |
| 60° | 5.5 | 6.5 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.2 | 8.5 | 8.7 |
| 75° | 5.7 | 6.7 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 8.6 | 9.2 | 9.6 |
| 90° | 5.8 | 6.9 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.3 | 8.7 | 9.7 | 10.8 |
| 110° | 5.9 | 7.1 | 7.8 | 8.5 | 9.1 | 9.6 | 10.5 | 11.6 |
| 120° | 5.8 | 7.0 | 7.8 | 8.5 | 9.3 | 10.1 | 11.7 | 13.2 |
| 135° | 5.1 | 6.5 | 7.4 | 8.1 | 8.8 | 9.7 | 12.6 | 15.5 |
| 150° | 4.3 | 5.5 | 6.5 | 7.3 | 7.9 | 8.5 | 10.4 | 14.1 |
| Beat VMG | 3.4 | 4.2 | 4.8 | 5.3 | 5.5 | 5.6 | 5.7 | 5.7 |
| Run VMG | 3.7 | 4.7 | 5.7 | 6.3 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 9.0 | 12.2 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 32.48ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
11 reported issues across 6 systems for the MAXI DOLPHIN 33 (MD33), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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