DB-1 vs Ranger 33
How do the DB-1 and Ranger 33 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 | Ranger 33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 33.1 ft10.10 m | 33.2 ft10.11 m |
| Waterline length | 26.6 ft8.10 m | 26.3 ft8.00 m |
| Beam | 11.2 ft3.41 m | 9.6 ft2.92 m |
| Draft | 6.2 ft1.88 m | 5.0 ft1.52 m |
| Displacement | 7,275 lb3,300 kg | 10,500 lb4,763 kg |
| Ballast | 3,525 lb1,599 kg | 4,500 lb2,041 kg |
| Sail area | 516 ft²47.9 m² | 528 ft²49.1 m² |
| SA / Displacement | 21.99 | 17.62 |
| Displacement / Length | 173 | 259 |
| Comfort ratio | 15.8 | 28.2 |
| Capsize screening | 2.31 | 1.75 |
| Hull speed (kn) | 6.9 | 6.9 |
DB-1 vs Ranger 33: the short version
- The DB-1 and Ranger 33 are close in length (33.1 ft10.10 m vs 33.2 ft10.11 m ).
- The Ranger 33 is heavier, displacing about 44% 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 17.6), favouring lighter-air performance.
- The Ranger 33 scores higher on the Brewer comfort ratio, suggesting an easier motion in a seaway.
- By the capsize screening formula the Ranger 33 rates better for offshore work (1.75 vs 2.31).
Ratios are guidelines computed from published specs; condition, layout and gear matter as much as the numbers.