Helms 27


9 / 122 - score 75%

The Helms 27 is a 26.83ft masthead sloop designed by Stuart Windley and built in fiberglass by Helms - Jack A. Helms Co. between 1978 and 1987.

600 units have been built.

The Helms 27 is a moderate weight sailboat which is a reasonably good performer. It is stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a coastal cruiser.

This boat has a good score and ranks in the top quarter. It is an excellent choice.

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Main features 54%


Model Helms 27
Length 26.83 ft (54%) the closest to 25.67 ft
Beam 9.67 ft
Draft 4.30 ft
Country United states (North America)
Estimated price $ 0 ??

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Ratios 74%


Sail area / displ. 16.36 (59%) the closest to 15.73
Ballast / displ. 38.71 %
Displ. / length 275.42
Comfort ratio 20.15 (89%) the closest to 20.38
Capsize 2.11

Hull 100%


Hull type Monohull fin keel with spade rudder
Construction Fiberglass
Waterline length 21.58 ft (100%) the closest to 21.58 ft
Maximum draft 4.30 ft
Displacement 6200 lbs
Ballast 2400 lbs
Hull speed 6.22 knots

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Rigging


Rigging Masthead Sloop
Sail area (100%) 344 sq.ft
Air draft 0 ft ??
Sail area fore 196.88 sq.ft
Sail area main 147.50 sq.ft
I 35 ft
J 11.25 ft
P 29.50 ft
E 10 ft

Engine


Nb engines 1
Total power 0 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 Helms - Jack A. Helms Co.
Designer Stuart Windley
First built 1978
Last built 1987
Number built 600