Barberis Show 27
Description
The Barberis Show 27 (also known as the Show 27) is a compact, versatile racer-cruiser designed by Delio Barberis and Lanfranco Soma, built by Cantieri Barberis (an Italian yard known for the "Show" series of fiberglass sailboats), and first introduced in 1978. Production continued into the 1980s (exact end date unclear), with an estimated moderate number of hulls built (likely dozens to low hundreds, as it's a regional European model with surviving examples mostly in Italy and nearby markets). Outstanding characteristics include its fiberglass construction for durability and low maintenance, masthead sloop rig with a generous sail plan for strong light-air performance and good all-around speed, relatively spacious accommodations for its size (suitable for 2–4 people on coastal cruises or short overnights), forgiving handling and stability as a family daysailer or club racer, and a reputation as an affordable, solid Italian-built classic.
Construction Details
| Designer | Delio Barberis and Lanfranco Soma |
|---|---|
| Builder | Cantieri Barberis |
| Length | 27.500 ft |
| LOA | 27.500 ft |
| Year Built | 1978 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 31 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 10.20 ft |
| p | 27.10 ft |
| e | 9.30 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 ft | 10.20 ft | 27.10 ft | 9.30 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Barberis Show 27 - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 27.1 ft - (8260 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 9.3 ft - (2835 mm) |
| Leech | * 28.07 ft - (8556 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 87.98 ° |
| Diagonal | * 28.34 ft - (8638 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 4 in - (102 mm) |
| Area | * 128.7 ft² |
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Barberis Show 27 - JIBSAIL
| Luff | 26.11 ft - (7958 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 13.57 ft - (4136 mm) |
| Leech | * 22.57 ft - (6879 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 11.73 ft - (3575 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 11.99 ° |
| Area | * 153.11 ft² |
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Barberis Show 27 - GENOA
| Luff | 31 ft - (9449 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 16.53 ft - (5038 mm) |
| Leech | * 29.09 ft - (8867 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 15.3 ft - (4663 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4.03 ° |
| Area | * 237.14 ft² |
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Barberis Show 27 - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 31 ft - (9449 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 18.36 ft - (5596 mm) |
| Foot | * 18.36 ft - (5596 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 484 ft² |
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