MIDGET 26
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 27.39 ft |
| LWL | 22.8 ft |
| Beam | 9.68 ft |
| Draft | 4.1 ft |
| Displacement | 7,496 lb |
| Ballast | 3,086.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.4 kn |
About the MIDGET 26
Length Hull 25.75'/7.85m
The Midget 26 is a compact coastal cruiser built by Jachtwerf Gebr. de Kloet in 1988, with the total number of hulls built unknown. Designed with a masthead sloop rig and a full/long keel, it offers a displacement of 7496.0 lb and a beam of 9.68 ft, providing a stable platform for its era.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruisers and weekend warriors who prioritize ease of handling and mooring in tight marinas over long-range offshore passage making. Its compact dimensions and moderate sail area make it accessible for couples or small families seeking a manageable first sailboat.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.98 and a comfort ratio of 23.3, the Midget 26 is primarily a coastal cruiser rather than a dedicated bluewater vessel, though its full keel provides inherent stability for protected waters.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the O'Day 26 and the Catalina 25, as they share similar length overall (LOA) and target the same market of entry-level coastal cruisers. The Midget 26 distinguishes itself with a heavier displacement and full keel design compared to the fin-keel configurations often found in these contemporaries.
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Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the MIDGET 26 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 27.39ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the MIDGET 26yet 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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Used sails that fit the MIDGET 26
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