MAXI 77

Masthead Sloop • Fin w/transom hung rudder • Built 1972–1983

Dimensions

LOA: 25.26 ft
LWL: 22.15 ft
Beam: 8.2 ft
Max Draft: 4.75 ft
Displacement: 4,409 lbs
Ballast: 1,764 lbs

Performance Ratios

Capsize Ratio ⓘ: 2.00 (use caution offshore)
SA/D Ratio ⓘ: 16.0
D/L Ratio ⓘ: 181
Ballast Ratio ⓘ: 40.0%

Sail Plan

Sail Area: 269.1 sq ft
I: 30.1 ft
J: 10.94 ft
P: 24.61 ft
E: 8.2 ft

Construction

Hull Type: Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rig Type: Masthead Sloop
Hull Material: FG
Ballast Type: Iron

Production

First Built: 1972
Last Built: 1983
Number Built: 3900

Engine & Accommodations

Engine Make: Volvo Penta
Engine Model: MB-10/100s
Power: 15 hp
Engine Type: Gas
Fuel: 5 gal

Notes: As best as can be determined, this was the most popular Maxi with an amazing 3900 sold!\nBoth inboard and outboard options were available.\nFor inboard:\n1972-1975: engines were gas powered.\n1975-1883: engines were VP MD-5A diesel.\nA shallow keel was available:\nDraft - 1.15m / 3.77ft; Ballast - 900kg / 1984lbs; Disp - 2100kg / 4630lbs.