Elite 326

Main

Appendages
Centerboard : pivoting centerboard
Category
Cruising sailboat
Construction
GRP (glass reinforced polyester): - Hull: Single skin fiberglass polyester - Deck: Sandwich balsa fiberglass polyester
Country
France
First built hull
1987
Former French navigation category
2
Helm
Single tiller (helm wheel in option)
Hull type
Monohull
Last built hull
1999
Model
Elite 326
Number of hulls built
335
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
Centerboard (Trunk)

Dimensions

Ballast type
Cast iron interior ballast with glass-fiber/polyester centerboard
Ballast weight
1460.0
Beam
3.37
Displacement
3266.0
Draft
1.6
Draft when appendages up
0.73
Fore freeboard
1.18
French customs tonnage
9.31 Tx
Hull length
9.55
Light displacement (MLC)
3650.0
Mast height from DWL
13.0
Max Draft
1.65
Maximum displacement (MLDC)
4420.0
Mid-ship freeboard
1.02
Overall length
9.9
Waterline beam
2.7
Waterline length
8.28

Sails

Downwind sail area
92.38
E
3.3
Est. Forestay Length
12.89
Fore area
22.47
Genoa area
34.77
I
12.36
J
3.64
Jib area
10.0
Mainsail area
19.77
Mast configuration
Deck stepped mast
Number of levels of spreaders
2
P
10.7
Rigging type
Sloop Marconi masthead
Rotating spars
No
Solent area
29.0
Spars construction
Aluminum spars
Spreaders angle
0 °
Standing rigging
1x19 strand wire
Stormjib area
6.3
Symmetric spinnaker area
72.61
Total area
40.04
Upwind sail area
54.54

Engine

Engine(s)
1 inboard engine
Engine(s) power
18.0
Engine(s) power peak
28.0
Engines amount
1
Fuel tank capacity
115.0
Fuel type
Diesel
Make
Volvo

Performance

Ballast ratio
40.0
Capsize Screening Formula
2.28
Comfort Ratio
16.1
Critical hull speed
6.98
Displacement-length ratio (DLR)
182.0
Downwind sail area to displacement
38.97
HN (French rating)
17.0
Maximum transverse section
1.05
Righting moment @ 1°
86.0
Upwind sail area to displacement
23.01
Wetted area
20.84

Accomodation

Berth(s)
6
Cabin(s)
2
Cockpit
Closed aft cockpit
Freshwater tank capacity
190
Fridge/ice-box capacity
100.0
Head headroom
1.72
Head(s)
1
Maximum headroom
1.8

Saloon

Berth length
1.8
Berth width (head/feet)
0.5
Maximum headroom
1.78
Saloon table length
0.94
Saloon table width
1.21

Fore_cabin

Berth length
2.18
Berth width (head/feet)
0.15
Maximum headroom
1.64

Aft_cabin

Berth length
1.93
Berth width (head/feet)
1.07
Maximum headroom
1.84
The Elite 326 is a sailing boat that was designed and built by the British company, Hunter Boats. It is a popular choice among sailors who enjoy cruising and racing.

The Elite 326 has a length overall (LOA) of 9.9 meters (32.5 feet) and a beam of 3.2 meters (10.5 feet). It has a displacement of approximately 3,500 kilograms (7,716 pounds) and a draft of 1.8 meters (5.9 feet). The boat features a modern and sleek design, with a spacious cockpit and a comfortable interior.

The Elite 326 is a sloop-rigged boat, meaning it has a single mast and a mainsail, as well as a headsail. This rigging configuration allows for easy handling and maneuverability. The boat is typically equipped with a self-tacking jib, which makes it even easier to sail single-handedly.

Inside the cabin, the Elite 326 offers a comfortable and well-appointed living space. It can accommodate up to six people, with a double berth in the forward cabin, two single berths in the aft cabin, and two additional berths in the saloon. The boat also has a fully equipped galley, a navigation station, and a separate head compartment with a marine toilet and shower.

The Elite 326 is known for its excellent performance on the water. It has a balanced hull shape and a deep keel, which provide stability and good upwind performance. The boat is also equipped with a powerful rig and a large sail area, allowing it to reach impressive speeds.

Overall, the Elite 326 is a versatile and well-designed sailing boat that offers a combination of comfort and performance. It is suitable for both cruising and racing, making it a popular choice among sailing enthusiasts.

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