Question 1

What are the specs of the RAIDER 33?

Accepted Answer

The RAIDER 33 has the following specifications: 33ft LOA, 10.58ft beam, 6ft draft, 10,400lb displacement, 4,099.7lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the RAIDER 33 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Raider Yachts Inc. (USA), designed by John Cherubini, first built in 1977, with production ending in 1983, 29 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the RAIDER 33 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The RAIDER 33 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 24.11, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.94, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the RAIDER 33?

Accepted Answer

The RAIDER 33 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.63, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 235.88, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a RAIDER 33?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a RAIDER 33 is estimated at $1.8K – $4.7K. 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 RAIDER 33 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the RAIDER 33 (33ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.8K – $4.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 33ft boat: Florida: $5,900-$15,800/year. California: $5,500-$13,900/year. Massachusetts: $4,200-$9,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,200-$11,600/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $4,000-$7,100/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,100/year. Washington: $4,800-$10,300/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,600-$7,100/year. South Carolina: $5,100-$9,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $27K 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 RAIDER 33?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the RAIDER 33 (33ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,900-$15,800/year. California: $5,500-$13,900/year. Massachusetts: $4,200-$9,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,200-$11,600/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $4,000-$7,100/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,100/year. Washington: $4,800-$10,300/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,600-$7,100/year. South Carolina: $5,100-$9,900/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 RAIDER 33?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the RAIDER 33 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, 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 RAIDER 33.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a RAIDER 33?

Accepted Answer

When buying a RAIDER 33, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder. 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 RAIDER 33 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the RAIDER 33?

Accepted Answer

The RAIDER 33 has the following rig dimensions: I=45ft (foretriangle height), J=14ft (foretriangle base), P=40.3ft (mainsail luff), E=11.8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 513.3 sq ft. Jib area: 297.5 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the RAIDER 33 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The RAIDER 33 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 33ft LOA, comfort ratio 24.11, capsize ratio 1.94, SA/disp 18.63. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	33 ft
LWL	27 ft
Beam	10.58 ft
Draft	6 ft
Shoal Draft version	4.7 ft
Displacement	10,400 lb
Ballast	4,099.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	45 ft
Jforetriangle base	14 ft
Pmainsail luff	40.3 ft
Emainsail foot	11.8 ft
FLforestay	14 ft
Mainsail	513.3 sq ft
Jib (100%)	297.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	505.8 sq ft

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