Question 1

What are the specs of the SEACRACKER 33?

Accepted Answer

The SEACRACKER 33 has the following specifications: 32.83ft LOA, 9.18ft beam, 4.67ft draft, 10,430lb displacement, 4,479.7lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the SEACRACKER 33 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tyler Mouldings Ltd. (UK), designed by Van de Stadt, first built in 1971, 12 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the SEACRACKER 33 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SEACRACKER 33 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 31.56, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.68, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the SEACRACKER 33?

Accepted Answer

The SEACRACKER 33 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.67, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 336.82, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SEACRACKER 33?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SEACRACKER 33 is estimated at $1.8K – $4.9K. 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 SEACRACKER 33 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SEACRACKER 33 (32.83ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.8K – $4.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 32.83ft boat: Florida: $5,900-$15,800/year. California: $5,500-$13,800/year. Massachusetts: $4,100-$9,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,100-$11,500/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,900-$7,100/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,100/year. Washington: $4,700-$10,200/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,500-$7,100/year. South Carolina: $5,100-$9,800/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 SEACRACKER 33?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SEACRACKER 33 (32.83ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,900-$15,800/year. California: $5,500-$13,800/year. Massachusetts: $4,100-$9,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,100-$11,500/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,900-$7,100/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,100/year. Washington: $4,700-$10,200/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,500-$7,100/year. South Carolina: $5,100-$9,800/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 SEACRACKER 33?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SEACRACKER 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 SEACRACKER 33.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SEACRACKER 33?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SEACRACKER 33, SailPages.com has compiled 1 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 SEACRACKER 33 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 SEACRACKER 33 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SEACRACKER 33 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 32.83ft LOA, comfort ratio 31.56, capsize ratio 1.68, SA/disp 18.67. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	32.83 ft
LWL	24 ft
Beam	9.18 ft
Draft	4.67 ft
Displacement	10,430 lb
Ballast	4,479.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.6 kn

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