DB-2 vs Dehler 22
How do the DB-2 and Dehler 22 compare? Below, their dimensions, displacement, sail area and the standard design ratios side by side, followed by a data-driven summary.
DB-2 | DB-2 | Dehler 22 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 33.1 ft10.10 m | 21.6 ft6.60 m |
| Waterline length | 26.2 ft8.00 m | 18.1 ft5.50 m |
| Beam | 11.2 ft3.40 m | 7.9 ft2.40 m |
| Draft | 6.2 ft1.90 m | 4.0 ft1.22 m |
| Displacement | 6,945 lb3,150 kg | 1,980 lb898 kg |
| Ballast | 3,627 lb1,645 kg | 880 lb399 kg |
| Sail area | 565 ft²52.5 m² | 210 ft²19.5 m² |
| SA / Displacement | 24.83 | 21.31 |
| Displacement / Length | 172 | 150 |
| Comfort ratio | 15.3 | 10.2 |
| Capsize screening | 2.34 | 2.51 |
| Hull speed (kn) | 6.9 | 5.7 |
DB-2 vs Dehler 22: the short version
- The DB-2 is the larger boat at 33.1 ft10.10 m LOA versus 21.6 ft6.60 m for the Dehler 22.
- The DB-2 is heavier, displacing about 251% more, which usually means a steadier but slower-to-accelerate hull.
- On sail area/displacement the DB-2 carries the more powerful rig (24.8 vs 21.3), favouring lighter-air performance.
- The DB-2 scores higher on the Brewer comfort ratio, suggesting an easier motion in a seaway.
- By the capsize screening formula the DB-2 rates better for offshore work (2.34 vs 2.51).
Ratios are guidelines computed from published specs; condition, layout and gear matter as much as the numbers.