Maxi 999
Description
The Maxi 999 is a sleek, performance-oriented Swedish racer-cruiser designed by the legendary Pelle Petterson (Olympic medalist in the Star class and the driving force behind the entire Maxi series). Built by Maxi Yachts (Pelle Petterson AB) from 1985 to 1991, several hundred hulls were produced. It serves as a bridge between the more traditional family cruisers in the Maxi line (like the 95 or 108) and something sportier—featuring a fractional sloop rig, fin keel (often with bulb for added stability), spade rudder, and a modern hull shape for sharper handling, better upwind performance, and lively sailing while keeping the Swedish hallmarks of solid fiberglass construction, spacious accommodations, and ease of use.
Construction Details
| Designer | Pelle Petterson |
|---|---|
| Builder | Maxi Yachts (Pelle Petterson AB) |
| Length | 32.480 ft |
| LOA | 32.480 ft |
| LWL | 26.900 ft |
| Beam | 10.660 ft |
| Displacement | 9259 lb |
| Ballast | 3307 lb |
| Max Draft | 5.580 ft |
| Year Built | 1985 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 37.11 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 11.81 ft |
| p | 39.37 ft |
| e | 13.94 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37.11 ft | 11.81 ft | 39.37 ft | 13.94 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Maxi 999 - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 39.37 ft - (12000 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 13.94 ft - (4249 mm) |
| Leech | * 41.14 ft - (12539 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88.03 ° |
| Diagonal | * 41.31 ft - (12591 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | 274.1 ft² |
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Maxi 999 - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 31.16 ft - (9498 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 15.63 ft - (4764 mm) |
| Leech | * 27.08 ft - (8254 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 13.58 ft - (4139 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12 ° |
| Area | 211.62 ft² |
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Maxi 999 - GENOA
| Luff | * 37 ft - (11278 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 19.06 ft - (5809 mm) |
| Leech | * 34.81 ft - (10610 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 17.72 ft - (5401 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4 ° |
| Area | 327.72 ft² |
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Maxi 999 - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 37 ft - (11278 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 21.26 ft - (6480 mm) |
| Foot | * 21.26 ft - (6480 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | 668.63 ft² |
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