Dufour safari 27
The dufour safari 27 is a 27.0ft masthead sloop designed by michel dufour and built in fiberglass by dufour yachts (fra) since 1969..
The Dufour safari 27 is a moderate weight sailboat which is slightly under powered. It is stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a coastal cruiser.
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Main features
| Model | Dufour safari 27 | ||
| Length | 27 ft | ||
| Beam | 9.16 ft | ||
| Draft | 4.33 ft | ||
| Country | France (Europe) | ||
| Estimated price | $ 0 | ?? |
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| Sail area / displ. | 15.61 | ||
| Ballast / displ. | 37.04 % | ||
| Displ. / length | 266.82 | ||
| Comfort ratio | 20.75 | ||
| Capsize | 2.03 |
| Hull type | Monohull fin keel with rudder on skeg | ||
| Construction | Fiberglass | ||
| Waterline length | 21.50 ft | ||
| Maximum draft | 4.33 ft | ||
| Displacement | 5940 lbs | ||
| Ballast | 2200 lbs | ||
| Hull speed | 6.21 knots |
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| Rigging | Masthead Sloop | ||
| Sail area (100%) | 319 sq.ft | ||
| Air draft | 0 ft | ?? | |
| Sail area fore | 174.07 sq.ft | ||
| Sail area main | 145.23 sq.ft | ||
| I | 33.80 ft | ||
| J | 10.30 ft | ||
| P | 28.20 ft | ||
| E | 10.30 ft |
| Nb engines | 1 | ||
| Total power | 10 HP | ||
| Fuel capacity | 0 gals |
Accommodations
| Water capacity | 0 gals | ||
| Headroom | 0 ft | ||
| Nb of cabins | 0 | ||
| Nb of berths | 0 | ||
| Nb heads | 0 |
Builder data
| Builder | Dufour Yachts (FRA) | ||
| Designer | Michel Dufour | ||
| First built | 1969 | ||
| Last built | 0 | ?? | |
| Number built | 0 | ?? |
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Review of Dufour 27
Basic specs..
The hull is made of fibreglass. Generally, a hull made of fibreglass requires only a minimum of maintenance during the sailing season. And outside the sailing season, just bottom cleaning and perhaps anti-fouling painting once a year - a few hours of work, that's all.
The Dufour 27 is equipped with a fin keel. A boat with a fin keel is more manoeuvrable but has less directional stability than a similar boat with a full keel.
The keel is made of iron. Many people prefer lead keel in favour of iron. The main argument is that lead is much heavier than iron and a lead keel can therefore be made smaller which again result in less wet surface, i.e. less drag. In fact iron is quite heavy, just 30% less heavy than lead, so the advantage of a lead keel is often overstated. As the surface of a fin type keel is just a fraction of the total wet surface, the difference between an iron keel and a lead keel can in reality be ignored for cruising yachts.
The boat can enter most marinas as the draft is just about 1.58 - 1.68 meter (5.18 - 5.48 ft) dependent on the load. See immersion rate below.
The boat is typically equipped with an inboard Volvo Penta MD6A diesel engine at 10 hp (7 kW).
Sailing characteristics
This section covers widely used rules of thumb to describe the sailing characteristics. Please note that even though the calculations are correct, the interpretation of the results might not be valid for extreme boats.
What is Capsize Screening Formula (CSF)?
The capsize screening value for Dufour 27 is 2.15, indicating that this boat would not be accepted to participate in ocean races.
The immersion rate is defined as the weight required to sink the boat a certain level. The immersion rate for Dufour 27 is about 155 kg/cm, alternatively 868 lbs/inch. Meaning: if you load 155 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm. Alternatively, if you load 868 lbs cargo on the boat it will sink 1 inch.
Sailing statistics
This section is statistical comparison with similar boats of the same category. The basis of the following statistical computations is our unique database with more than 26,000 different boat types and 350,000 data points.
What is L/B (Length Beam Ratio)?
What is a Ballast Ratio?
What is SA/D (Sail Area Displacement ratio)?
What is Relative Speed Performance?
Maintenance
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If you need to renew parts of your running rig and is not quite sure of the dimensions, you may find the estimates computed below useful.
| Usage | Length | Diameter | ||
| Mainsail halyard | 23.3 m | (76.5 feet) | 8 mm | (5/16 inch) |
| Jib/genoa halyard | 23.3 m | (76.5 feet) | 8 mm | (5/16 inch) |
| Spinnaker halyard | 23.3 m | (76.5 feet) | 8 mm | (5/16 inch) |
| Jib sheet | 8.3 m | (27.2 feet) | 10 mm | (3/8 inch) |
| Genoa sheet | 8.3 m | (27.2 feet) | 10 mm | (3/8 inch) |
| Mainsheet | 20.8 m | (68.1 feet) | 10 mm | (3/8 inch) |
| Spinnaker sheet | 18.3 m | (59.9 feet) | 10 mm | (3/8 inch) |
| Cunningham | 2.8 m | (9.2 feet) | 8 mm | (5/16 inch) |
| Kickingstrap | 5.6 m | (18.4 feet) | 8 mm | (5/16 inch) |
| Clew-outhaul | 5.6 m | (18.4 feet) | 8 mm | (5/16 inch) |
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Dufour 27 is a 27 ′ 1 ″ / 8.3 m monohull sailboat designed by Michel Dufour and built by Dufour Yachts between 1972 and 1979.
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Rig and Sails
Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.
The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.
Classic hull speed formula:
Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL
Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL
Sail Area / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.
SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3
- SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
- D : Displacement in pounds.
Ballast / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.
Ballast / Displacement * 100
Displacement / Length Ratio
A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.
D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
- LWL: Waterline length in feet
Comfort Ratio
This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.
Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
- LOA: Length overall in feet
- Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet
Capsize Screening Formula
This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.
CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)
Dimensions from builders brochure and original sail plan. Aux. power: Renault Couach or Volvo MD-6A Opt. deep keel: 5.83’/1.78m
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Dufour Safari 27 (1973)
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- Start date 31 Aug 2010
- 31 Aug 2010
- 15 Aug 2011
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Hello and welcome to the forum. Sorry for the late reply but I too am new to this forum. I have a 1973 Dufour Safari and have had it for some three years. I love it. It is a solid boat and sails well including into the wind. I am six feet tall and find it big enough. Sure, I would like a little more room but it works just fine for me. I have even lived on board for months at a time. The boat is great for single handing while still providing enough comfort to do some cruising. I can easily fit four into the cockpit and have on occasion had more. The cockpit is very comfortable and pretty dry even in a good blow. I have a soft spot on the deck but this isn't a big issue. I will either have it cored or filled with epoxy. I am researching the options now. I have a Volvo MD6A engine that is still chugging along. I am finishing up some changes to my fuel system. I have replaced much of the line with new Racor hose and fittings. I added a Racor fuel filter and a three way valve. I can now turn off the fuel to the filter or drain the tank without disconnecting anything. The sail locker is big and I am making some improvements in it. I am adding a step inside the locker to make it easier to get into and out of it. I am also adding a row or wooden hooks to hang things on. Additionally, I have many mounts for items including hand pumps, tools, etc. Finally, I have added dry deck to let moisture drip away from anything in the locker. My Safari seems to be one of the few with a wheel and based upon my research it must have been an aftermarket addition. I am not happy with the state of my wiring and wish to tidy it up and fix a few poorly done old repairs. If you wish to see the boat you can go to www.SailingNetworks.com and look for the Honey Bee. Eventually I want to repaint it. I am also researching CopperCoat, HullSpeed, and other bottom paints. I wish you the best of luck with your boat. I am sure you will enjoy it.
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DUFOUR SAFARI 27. Save to Favorites . Beta Marine. BOTH. US IMPERIAL. METRIC. Sailboat Specifications Definitions ... Like the LWL, it will vary with the weights of fuel, water, stores and equipment. A boat's actual draft is usually somewhat more than the original designed or advertised draft. For boats with adjustable keels (centerboards ...
Dufour Safari 27 is a 27′ 0″ / 8.2 m monohull sailboat designed by Michel Dufour and built by Dufour Yachts starting in 1969. Great choice! Your favorites are temporarily saved for this session.
Dufour built 2 different Dufour 27's. The Dufour Safari is a Dufour 27 with a traditional raised cabin and modest freeboard; the other sailboat is the Dufour 27, it has a distinctive flush deck and raised Freeboard to accommodate a six foot interior cabin. I own the second, the Dufour 27.
The Dufour safari 27 is a 27.0ft masthead sloop designed by Michel Dufour and built in fiberglass by Dufour Yachts (FRA) since 1969. The Dufour safari 27 is a moderate weight sailboat which is slightly under powered. It is stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a coastal cruiser.
The immersion rate is defined as the weight required to sink the boat a certain level. The immersion rate for Dufour Safari 27 is about 122 kg/cm, alternatively 685 lbs/inch. Meaning: if you load 122 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm. Alternatively, if you load 685 lbs cargo on the boat it will sink 1 inch.
6. History: The Dufour 27 was first introduced in the late 1970s and remained in production until the early 1980s. It was a popular model during its time and is still sought after by sailors looking for a compact and affordable cruising sailboat. Overall, the Dufour 27 is a well-regarded sailboat known for its classic design, good performance ...
The Safari 27 produced by the builder Dufour Yachts and designed by Michel Dufour, is a cabin cruiser for cruise, rigged Sloop. Technical data. data sheet code. STW001416. model name. Safari 27. builder name. Dufour Yachts. France; designer name. Michel Dufour. boat type. cabin cruiser. purpose. cruise. equipment. Sloop. hull material ...
The Dufour 27 is equipped with a fin keel. A boat with a fin keel is more manoeuvrable but has less directional stability than a similar boat with a full keel. The keel is made of iron. Many people prefer lead keel in favour of iron. The main argument is that lead is much heavier than iron and a lead keel can therefore be made smaller which ...
A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize. Formula. 33.96. <40: less stiff, less powerful.
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Joined. 31 Aug 2010. Messages. 20. Visit site. Hello all, I'm new to the forum so apologies if I've posted this in the wrong place! I have just bought a dufour safari 27 (1973) and have been having some excellent fun on her. I'd be interested to hear of any reviews/views/stories on the dufour 27 safari. I've only been out on her a few times but ...
DailyBoats.com lists Dufour 27 safari for sale , with prices ranging from $22,254 for the more basic models to $22,254 for the most expensive. These yachts come in various sizes, ranging from 27.99 ft to 27.99 ft, with the oldest yacht built in 1979. This page features Dufour boats located in Croatia. To buy Dufour 27 safari near you, use the ...
DUFOUR 27. Save to Favorites . Beta Marine. BOTH. US IMPERIAL. METRIC. Sailboat Specifications Definitions ... 1997), states that a boat with a BN of less than 1.3 will be slow in light winds. A boat with a BN of 1.6 or greater is a boat that will be reefed often in offshore cruising. Derek Harvey, "Multihulls for Cruising and Racing ...
DUFOUR 27 & SAFARI 27 S-456-1 S-6-1) FIG. 647ST FIG. 336 FIG. 776AL FIG. 777 . Author: showarth Created Date: 7/16/2015 4:42:16 PM ...
Dufour Yachts; Safari 27 - Dufour Yachts / STW001416. cabin cruiser. ruggerini 15cv. overall length. hull length. waterline length. standard draft. minimum draft ...
Dufour SAFARI 27 buy - Year Built: 1987, Length: 8.23 m, Beam: 2.79 m - Information, Photos and Contact Details for this Boat. (ID: 511783)
Among the early successful boats were the SAFARI 27, ARPEGE 30 (1966), and the DUFOUR 35. DUFOUR YACHTS s.a. 1, rue Blaise Pascal 17187 Périgny cedex FRANCE Tel: +33 (0)5 46 30 07 60 Fax: +33 (0)5 46 45 46 96. Years in Business: 1964 - present. Sailboats Built By Dufour Yachts (FRA)
View a wide selection of sailboats Dufour safari 27 for sale in your area, explore boats details information, compare prices and find sailboats Dufour safari 27 best deals. 1979 Dufour Safari 27 for sale Dufour. Pula Istria County, Croatia. 1979. 8.45 m. Used. €17,000. Class: Sailboats. 1979 Dufour Safari 27 Total Refit 2012 for sale Dufour.
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