Question 1

What are the specs of the VIKING 33?

Accepted Answer

The VIKING 33 has the following specifications: 33.58ft LOA, 9.83ft beam, 5.5ft draft, 8,807lb displacement, 4,511.8lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the VIKING 33 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Ontario Yachts (CAN), designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian, first built in 1971, with production ending in 1973.

Question 3

Is the VIKING 33 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The VIKING 33 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 22.29, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.91, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the VIKING 33?

Accepted Answer

The VIKING 33 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 19.54, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 196.02, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a VIKING 33?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a VIKING 33 is estimated at $1.9K – $5.1K. 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 VIKING 33 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the VIKING 33 (33.58ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.9K – $5.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 33.58ft boat: Florida: $6,000-$16,100/year. California: $5,600-$14,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,200-$9,400/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,200-$11,800/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $4,000-$7,300/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,300/year. Washington: $4,800-$10,500/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,600-$7,300/year. South Carolina: $5,200-$10,100/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 VIKING 33?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the VIKING 33 (33.58ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,000-$16,100/year. California: $5,600-$14,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,200-$9,400/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,200-$11,800/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $4,000-$7,300/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,300/year. Washington: $4,800-$10,500/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,600-$7,300/year. South Carolina: $5,200-$10,100/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 VIKING 33?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 6 issues reported for the VIKING 33 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, rudder, engine, 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 VIKING 33.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a VIKING 33?

Accepted Answer

When buying a VIKING 33, SailPages.com has compiled 6 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging, rudder, engine, 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 VIKING 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 VIKING 33?

Accepted Answer

The VIKING 33 has the following rig dimensions: I=42.8ft (foretriangle height), J=15ft (foretriangle base), P=37.8ft (mainsail luff), E=10.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 535.3 sq ft. Jib area: 321 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the VIKING 33 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The VIKING 33 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 33.58ft LOA, comfort ratio 22.29, capsize ratio 1.91, SA/disp 19.54. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	33.58 ft
LWL	27.17 ft
Beam	9.83 ft
Draft	5.5 ft
Displacement	8,807 lb
Ballast	4,511.8 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	42.8 ft
Jforetriangle base	15 ft
Pmainsail luff	37.8 ft
Emainsail foot	10.5 ft
FLforestay	15 ft
Mainsail	535.3 sq ft
Jib (100%)	321 sq ft
Spinnaker	545.7 sq ft

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