Elite 324

Main

Appendages
Keel : fin without bulb
Category
Cruiser-racer sailboat
Construction
GRP (glass reinforced polyester): - Hull: Single skin fiberglass polyester - Deck: Sandwich fiberglass polyester
Country
France
First built hull
1986
Former French navigation category
2
Helm
Single tiller (helm wheel in option)
Hull type
Monohull
Last built hull
1988
Model
Elite 324
Number of hulls built
0
Rudder
Single spade rudder
Sailboat builder
Kirié
Sailboat designer
Harlé-Mortain
Sailboat range
Elite
Standard public price ex. VAT (indicative only)
N/A €
Trailerable
No
Unsinkable
No
Version
Shoal draft

Dimensions

Ballast type
Cast iron
Ballast weight
1360.0
Beam
3.22
Displacement
3815.0
Draft
1.3
French customs tonnage
8.88 Tx
Hull length
9.6
Light displacement (MLC)
3900.0
Max Draft
1.7
Overall length
9.93
Waterline length
7.8

Sails

Downwind sail area
93.7
E
3.6
Est. Forestay Length
12.86
Fore area
22.21
Genoa area
35.3
I
12.34
J
3.6
Jib area
15.1
Mainsail area
21.7
Mast configuration
Deck stepped mast
Number of levels of spreaders
2
P
10.7
Rigging type
Sloop Marconi masthead
Rotating spars
No
Solent area
27.6
Spars construction
Aluminum spars
Spreaders angle
0 °
Standing rigging
1x19 strand wire
Stormjib area
6.5
Symmetric spinnaker area
72.0
Total area
41.43
Upwind sail area
57.0

Engine

Engine(s)
1 inboard engine
Engine(s) power
9.0
Engine(s) power peak
18.0
Engines amount
1
Fuel tank capacity
90.0
Fuel type
Diesel
Make
Volvo

Performance

Ballast ratio
35.0
Capsize Screening Formula
2.08
Comfort Ratio
20.17
Critical hull speed
6.78
Displacement-length ratio (DLR)
233.0
Downwind sail area to displacement
37.82
HN (French rating)
18.0
Upwind sail area to displacement
23.01

Accomodation

Berth(s)
6
Cabin(s)
2
Cockpit
Closed aft cockpit
Freshwater tank capacity
190
Fridge/ice-box capacity
90.0
Head(s)
1
Maximum headroom
1.88

Saloon

Berth length
1.9

Fore_cabin

Berth length
2.2

Aft_cabin

Berth length
1.9
Berth width
1.4
The Elite 324 is a sailing boat that was designed and built by the Danish company, LM Glasfiber. It is a popular choice among sailing enthusiasts due to its sleek design, excellent performance, and comfortable interior.

The Elite 324 has a length overall (LOA) of 9.75 meters (32 feet) and a beam of 3.20 meters (10.5 feet). It features a modern hull shape with a deep fin keel and a spade rudder, which provides stability and maneuverability in various weather conditions.

The boat is typically rigged as a sloop, with a single mast and a mainsail, genoa, and optionally a spinnaker. The sail area is around 50 square meters (538 square feet), allowing for good speed and performance on the water.

The Elite 324 has a spacious and well-designed interior, with comfortable accommodations for up to six people. It features a forward cabin with a V-berth, a main saloon with a dining area and settees that can be converted into additional berths, a fully equipped galley, and a separate head compartment with a marine toilet and shower.

The boat is known for its high-quality construction and attention to detail. It is built using a combination of fiberglass and polyester resin, ensuring durability and strength. The Elite 324 also has a well-balanced and responsive helm, making it easy to handle and maneuver.

Overall, the Elite 324 is a versatile and reliable sailing boat that offers a great balance of performance and comfort. Whether you're looking for a boat to cruise leisurely or participate in competitive sailing, the Elite 324 is a popular choice among sailors.

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