Question 1

What are the specs of the PRAIRIE 32?

Accepted Answer

The PRAIRIE 32 has the following specifications: 31.67ft LOA, 11.12ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 17,300lb displacement, 6,999.6lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a PRAIRIE 32 cost?

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The PRAIRIE 32 has an average asking price of $8,000, with prices ranging from $8,000 to $8,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PRAIRIE 32 and when was it made?

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Built by Prairie Boat Works (USA), designed by George S. Hawn, Jr, first built in 1976, 35 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the PRAIRIE 32 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PRAIRIE 32 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 39.34, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.72, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the PRAIRIE 32?

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The PRAIRIE 32 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 13.88, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 456.05, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a PRAIRIE 32?

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Annual maintenance for a PRAIRIE 32 is estimated at $1.7K – $4.5K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a PRAIRIE 32 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PRAIRIE 32 (31.67ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.7K – $4.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$150/year (based on $8,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 31.67ft boat: Florida: $5,700-$15,200/year. California: $5,300-$13,300/year. Massachusetts: $4,000-$8,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,000-$11,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,800-$6,800/year. Texas: $2,300-$6,800/year. Washington: $4,600-$9,900/year. Michigan: $2,200-$4,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,400-$6,800/year. South Carolina: $4,900-$9,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $24K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a PRAIRIE 32?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PRAIRIE 32 (31.67ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,700-$15,200/year. California: $5,300-$13,300/year. Massachusetts: $4,000-$8,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,000-$11,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,800-$6,800/year. Texas: $2,300-$6,800/year. Washington: $4,600-$9,900/year. Michigan: $2,200-$4,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,400-$6,800/year. South Carolina: $4,900-$9,500/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 9

What are the common problems with the PRAIRIE 32?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the PRAIRIE 32 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, 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 PRAIRIE 32.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PRAIRIE 32?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PRAIRIE 32, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck. 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 PRAIRIE 32 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the PRAIRIE 32?

Accepted Answer

The PRAIRIE 32 has the following rig dimensions: I=44ft (foretriangle height), J=15ft (foretriangle base), P=39.5ft (mainsail luff), E=12.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 596.6 sq ft. Jib area: 330 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the PRAIRIE 32 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PRAIRIE 32 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 31.67ft LOA, comfort ratio 39.34, capsize ratio 1.72, SA/disp 13.88, average price $8,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	31.67 ft
LWL	25.68 ft
Beam	11.12 ft
Draft	4.5 ft
Displacement	17,300 lb
Ballast	6,999.6 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	44 ft
Jforetriangle base	15 ft
Pmainsail luff	39.5 ft
Emainsail foot	12.5 ft
FLforestay	15 ft
Mainsail	596.6 sq ft
Jib (100%)	330 sq ft
Spinnaker	561 sq ft

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