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Out-of-production 27-foot monohull aft-cockpit fiberglassmasthead sloop from Albin Marine AB. Designed by Per Brohall. Formerly built in Sweden. 3450 produced from 1965 to 1979. Also called the Albin 27.
Specifications for the Albin Vega 27
| LOA |
27.1 ft.
| LOD |
27.1 ft.
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| LWL |
23.0 ft.
| Beam |
8.0 ft.
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| Draft |
3.8 ft.
| Displaces |
5,070 lbs.
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| Ballast |
2,017 lbs.
| Sail Area |
341.0 sq. ft.
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| D/L |
186
| B/D |
40 %
| SA/D |
18.5
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| Comfort |
19.4
| Capsize |
1.86
| L/B |
3.4
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Interviews with owners of Albin Vega 27, Columbia 22, Rob Roy 23
[Cruising World, July 2001]
Early ad copy claimed this Swedish design "sails in her own class and holds the record for the fastest Atlantic crossing." PS explains why she is still good value. Review and owners′ comments.
[Practical Sailor]
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- Archive on the Albin Vega
36-page book describing the Albin Vega, written by the designer. Includes advice on launching, rigging, handling, and maintaining the boat,
- The Albin Vega owners handbook
Since 1974, and active group that organizes the Vega International Friendship Regatta in Denmark. Minimal design information but links to Vega Associations in seven European countries and the United States.
- The Albin Vega owners group
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