Invader 36 vs Nonsuch 33
How do the Invader 36 and Nonsuch 33 compare? Below, their dimensions, displacement, sail area and the standard design ratios side by side, followed by a data-driven summary.
Invader 36 | Invader 36 | Nonsuch 33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 35.8 ft10.90 m | 33.4 ft10.19 m |
| Waterline length | 24.3 ft7.39 m | 31.5 ft9.59 m |
| Beam | 9.2 ft2.79 m | 12.5 ft3.81 m |
| Draft | 5.0 ft1.52 m | 5.3 ft1.62 m |
| Displacement | 10,550 lb4,785 kg | 15,350 lb6,963 kg |
| Ballast | 3,800 lb1,724 kg | 6,050 lb2,744 kg |
| Sail area | 504 ft²46.8 m² | 669 ft²62.2 m² |
| SA / Displacement | 16.76 | 17.33 |
| Displacement / Length | 330 | 220 |
| Comfort ratio | 30.8 | 25.6 |
| Capsize screening | 1.67 | 2.01 |
| Hull speed (kn) | 6.6 | 7.5 |
Invader 36 vs Nonsuch 33: the short version
- The Invader 36 is the larger boat at 35.8 ft10.90 m LOA versus 33.4 ft10.19 m for the Nonsuch 33.
- The Nonsuch 33 is heavier, displacing about 45% more, which usually means a steadier but slower-to-accelerate hull.
- On sail area/displacement the Nonsuch 33 carries the more powerful rig (17.3 vs 16.8), favouring lighter-air performance.
- The Invader 36 scores higher on the Brewer comfort ratio, suggesting an easier motion in a seaway.
- By the capsize screening formula the Invader 36 rates better for offshore work (1.67 vs 2.01).
Ratios are guidelines computed from published specs; condition, layout and gear matter as much as the numbers.