DB-1 vs Dehler 25
How do the DB-1 and Dehler 25 compare? Below, their dimensions, displacement, sail area and the standard design ratios side by side, followed by a data-driven summary.
DB-1 | DB-1 | Dehler 25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 33.1 ft10.10 m | 24.8 ft7.55 m |
| Waterline length | 26.6 ft8.10 m | 21.8 ft6.65 m |
| Beam | 11.2 ft3.41 m | 8.3 ft2.52 m |
| Draft | 6.2 ft1.88 m | 4.5 ft1.37 m |
| Displacement | 7,275 lb3,300 kg | 3,245 lb1,472 kg |
| Ballast | 3,525 lb1,599 kg | 1,488 lb675 kg |
| Sail area | 516 ft²47.9 m² | 278 ft²25.8 m² |
| SA / Displacement | 21.99 | 20.29 |
| Displacement / Length | 173 | 139 |
| Comfort ratio | 15.8 | 13.2 |
| Capsize screening | 2.31 | 2.23 |
| Hull speed (kn) | 6.9 | 6.3 |
DB-1 vs Dehler 25: the short version
- The DB-1 is the larger boat at 33.1 ft10.10 m LOA versus 24.8 ft7.55 m for the Dehler 25.
- The DB-1 is heavier, displacing about 124% more, which usually means a steadier but slower-to-accelerate hull.
- On sail area/displacement the DB-1 carries the more powerful rig (22.0 vs 20.3), favouring lighter-air performance.
- The DB-1 scores higher on the Brewer comfort ratio, suggesting an easier motion in a seaway.
- By the capsize screening formula the Dehler 25 rates better for offshore work (2.23 vs 2.31).
Ratios are guidelines computed from published specs; condition, layout and gear matter as much as the numbers.