Question 1

What are the specs of the PILOT 27?

Accepted Answer

The PILOT 27 has the following specifications: 25.02ft LOA, 9.17ft beam, 5.09ft draft, 6,052lb displacement, 2,365.7lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the PILOT 27 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Hunter Boats Ltd. (UK), designed by David Thomas, first built in 1996, with production ending in 2003, 100 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the PILOT 27 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PILOT 27 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 21.12, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.02, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the PILOT 27?

Accepted Answer

The PILOT 27 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 13.92, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 242.33, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a PILOT 27?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PILOT 27 is estimated at $800 – $2.2K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a PILOT 27 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PILOT 27 (25.02ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 25.02ft boat: Florida: $4,500-$12,000/year. California: $4,200-$10,500/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,400/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,400/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,800/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,400/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $19K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a PILOT 27?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PILOT 27 (25.02ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,500-$12,000/year. California: $4,200-$10,500/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,400/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,400/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,800/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,400/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,500/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 8

What are the common problems with the PILOT 27?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the PILOT 27 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, structural, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the PILOT 27.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a PILOT 27?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PILOT 27, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging, structural. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the PILOT 27 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the PILOT 27 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PILOT 27 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 25.02ft LOA, comfort ratio 21.12, capsize ratio 2.02, SA/disp 13.92. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	25.02 ft
LWL	22.34 ft
Beam	9.17 ft
Draft	5.09 ft
Displacement	6,052 lb
Ballast	2,365.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.3 kn

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