MORGAN 22
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 21.42 ft |
| LWL | 20.33 ft |
| Beam | 8 ft |
| Draft | 4.92 ft/ 1.8 ft min |
| Displacement | 2,700 lb |
| Ballast | 1,399.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.0 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 27 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 8.5 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 23.5 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 10.5 ft |
| FLforestay | 8.5 ft |
| Mainsail | 248 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 114.8 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 195.1 sq ft |
About the MORGAN 22
Designed by Charles Morgan and built by Morgan Yachts (USA) between 1968 and 1971, the Morgan 22 is a compact masthead sloop with a displacement of 2700.0 lb and a beam of 8.0 ft. While the exact hulls built count is unknown, the vessel is characterized by a D/L ratio of 143.45 and a capsize ratio of 2.3, reflecting its lightweight, performance-oriented coastal design.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors seeking a manageable, trailerable package, as evidenced by the high prevalence of Tohatsu and Honda outboard engines and frequent mentions of dodgers and bimini installations for comfort.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 2700.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.3, the Morgan 22 is not suited for serious bluewater passage-making but is adequate for protected coastal waters and short offshore trips.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other late-1960s to early-1970s trailerable sloops like the O'Day 22 or C&C 22, the Morgan 22 shares similar dimensions and a focus on ease of handling for single-handers or couples.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
8 listings · boat years 1967–1982 · median $15,000
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 21.42ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
9 reported issues across 6 systems for the MORGAN 22, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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