Bristol 33
Description
The Bristol 33 is a classic American cruising sailboat designed by Halsey Herreshoff and built by Bristol Yachts in Bristol, Rhode Island (USA) between 1968 and 1971. A total of roughly 150 boats were produced during its run. Constructed with a hand-laid fiberglass hull and teak and mahogany trim, the Bristol 33 carried the elegance and quality craftsmanship typical of Bristol’s early models. The design reflects Halsey Herreshoff’s balanced approach to cruising — traditional full-bodied lines combined with a modern underbody for better performance. The boat featured a fin keel and skeg-hung rudder, making it more maneuverable than earlier long-keel cruisers, while its masthead sloop rig, solid deck hardware, and full cruising interior made it dependable for coastal or offshore sailing. Notable features include a spacious main cabin, a functional galley, enclosed head, comfortable sleeping arrangements for five, and an overall reputation for durability and seaworthiness.
Construction Details
| Designer | Halsey Herreshoff |
|---|---|
| Builder | Bristol Yachts |
| Length | 33.000 ft |
| LOA | 33.580 ft |
| LWL | 26.080 ft |
| Beam | 10.250 ft |
| Displacement | 12800 lb |
| Ballast | 4500 lb |
| Max Draft | 5.500 ft |
| Year Built | 1968 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 40 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 12.42 ft |
| p | 35 ft |
| e | 13.50 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 ft | 12.42 ft | 35 ft | 13.50 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Bristol 33 - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 35 ft - (10668 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 13.5 ft - (4115 mm) |
| Leech | * 36.73 ft - (11195 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 87.99 ° |
| Diagonal | * 37.07 ft - (11299 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | * 242.87 ft² |
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Bristol 33 - JIBSAIL
| Luff | 33.51 ft - (10214 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 16.37 ft - (4990 mm) |
| Leech | * 29.23 ft - (8909 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 114.98 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 14.28 ft - (4353 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12.03 ° |
| Area | * 239.25 ft² |
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Bristol 33 - GENOA
| Luff | 39.79 ft - (12128 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 19.99 ft - (6093 mm) |
| Leech | * 37.5 ft - (11430 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 18.63 ft - (5678 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4 ° |
| Area | * 370.66 ft² |
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Bristol 33 - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | * 39.79 ft - (12128 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 20.49 ft - (6245 mm) |
| Leech | * 36.61 ft - (11159 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 611 ft² |
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Bristol 33 - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 39.79 ft - (12128 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 22.36 ft - (6815 mm) |
| Foot | * 22.36 ft - (6815 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 756 ft² |
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Bristol 33 - STORMJIB
| Luff | * 23.04 ft - (7023 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 9.24 ft - (2816 mm) |
| Leech | * 19.09 ft - (5819 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 59.98 % |
| Length Perp | * 7.45 ft - (2271 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 19 ° |
| Area | * 85.84 ft² |
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