s80 sailing yacht

Great choice! Your favorites are temporarily saved for this session. Sign in to save them permanently, access them on any device, and receive relevant alerts.

• Sailboat Guide

Swarbrick 80

Swarbrick 80 is a 26 ′ 2 ″ / 8 m monohull sailboat designed by Kim Swarbrick and built by Swarbrick & Swarbrick starting in 1978.

Rig and Sails

Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

Embed this page on your own website by copying and pasting this code.

• About Sailboat Guide

©2024 Sea Time Tech, LLC

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

• Advertise in AFLOAT

S80 ‘One Class, All Class’

Sydney sailors join the S80 one design championship in Bunbury WA.

The S80 does not disappoint.  In the pecking order on Sydney harbour, at 8 meters long, it is seen as a petite yacht.  It is small and spirited.  It’s birth in WA in 1978, through designer Kim Swarbrick, was heralded as a revolution in one design racing which would amply meet recreation and performance needs. 

At the end of last year, two S80 owners Lisa Cowell (Sister Act, WA) and myself (Alcamy, NSW) connected via the Women Who Sail Australian Network.  An invitation was issued to join the South West S80 Championships hosted by Koombana Bay Sailing Club (KBSC) on the Australia Day weekend.  With a keen crew gathered together from four Sydney sailing clubs (Tash Miller, Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron, Belinda Parkes, Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club, Eloise Clarke and Skye Paton, both Royal Australian Naval Sailing Association, and myself from Balmain Sailing Club), we took on the challenge.  

Our South Western sailing community simply know what hospitality is:  KBSC warmly welcomed us and hosted an impressive championship with ten S80s competing in seven windward-leeward races over two days. Where is Koombana Bay you may ask?  The sailing club sits in a soft arc of crystal waters, nestling a dolphin colony, South of Perth.  The local produce is remarkable with honey by postcode, walls of cheese and olive stock, and impressive local meat and seafood.  A welcome challenge was created with difficulties in extracting the crew from gastronomic delights back to racing.

Day one of the championships was quite soft, a gentle zephir with sunny skies; while day two the breeze picked up and the course was relaid for one race to accomodate a tanker leaving the bay.  The 10 S80s provided great racing, and over the seven races the fleet got closer together.  We were a beautifully synchronised boat when we finished on Sunday afternoon: by then familiar with the course, elegant kite work, and the crew no longer exclaiming when a dolphin was alongside!   Some of our sailing challenges were the crab pots scattered around the bay and the differences in boat set up.

Big thanks to all the S80s for the great racing. Congratulations to the winner Phil Slee (s80 Miss Behavin) with the brightest, glossiest red hull leading the fleet. We finished second on consistency handicap but were winners on having a great time – we would go back and do it all again in a heartbeat.

Big thanks to Paul Andrews, Phil Slee, and Lisa Cowell (KBSC Secretary) for making it happen, and the KBSC Race Committee.

If you have or know of an S80s in Sydney, I am tracking them down hoping to organise a Sydney mini-regatta over autumn. Please get in touch with me at [email protected]

by Ruth Lawrence Balmain Sailing Club

• Latest edition of Afloat Magazine
• Subscribe to Afloat Magazine
• Merchandise
• Submit Boat For Sale listing
• Tips for Selling Your Boat
• Boat Reviews
• Marine Directory
• Classifieds
• International
• News & Events

SIGN UP Today

to our eNewsletter for your chance to WIN!

672 Wine Club

• Motorcycles
• Car of the Month
• Destinations
• Men’s Fashion
• Watch Collector
• Art & Collectibles
• Vacation Homes
• Celebrity Homes
• New Construction
• Home Design
• Electronics
• Fine Dining
• Benchmark Wines
• Brian Fox Art
• Chase United
• Disneyland Resort
• Gateway Bronco
• Royal Salute
• Sports & Leisure
• Health & Wellness
• Best of the Best
• The Ultimate Gift Guide

This Sleek 80-Foot Yacht Has a Sliding Roof That Lets Sea Breeze Flow Through the Cabin

The princess s80 is designed for alfresco living., rachel cormack.

Digital Editor

Rachel Cormack's Most Recent Stories

• Chanel Now Owns a 25% Stake in Swiss Watchmaker MB&F

This Revamped 161-Foot Trinity Superyacht Could Be Yours for $16 Million

• This Blinged-Out Patek Philippe Nautilus Was Seized by U.K. Police. Now It’s up for Auction.
• Share This Article

Princess Yachts just unveiled a fittingly regal fleet member. 

Related Stories

• Acura Is Working on an All-Electric Sports Car to Replace the NSX
• BMW Just Sold More EVs In Europe Than Tesla for the First Time
• ‘They Should Feel Like They’ve Risked Death’: The Hypercar Startup That Wants to Deliver Old-School Fear on the Road

The vessel showcases the impeccable British craftsmanship for which Princess is renowned, with a vast teak deck, gleaming stainless-steel rails, and handmade furniture. The layout is geared toward alfresco living. In fact, the main deck is fitted with a large canopy that provides shade to two-thirds of the space. You can also opt for an extra awning to cover the remaining third. Similarly, the vast open salon has glazing that extends far back into the cockpit to ensure the forward dining area is sheltered from the wind but still nice and open.

“The concept of the Princess S80 focusses on an uncompromising main deck sociable living space close to the water with three distinct spaces, sunbathing, lounging and dining, usable simultaneously without conversions,” Andy Lawrence, director of design at Princess, said in a statement .

The cockpit and transom, meanwhile, help you make the most of the water. The transom is home to an electro-hydraulic bathing platform and a garage with space for a Williams SportJet 435 tender, while the cockpit is equipped with twin sun pads, lounge seating, and two coffee tables. From here, you’ll find a teak dining table with space for up to eight seafarers and a galley bar that is perfect for cocktails. (You can also add a convertible dining table or a pop-up TV.)

The lower deck features four en suite cabins decked out with soft, organic furnishings and natural timber accents. The owner’s stateroom spans the entire width of the vessel, naturally. This deck also includes crew accommodation for up to three. (You can choose to add a crew mess or extra bunks.)  

The S80 is no slouch on the seas, either. The yacht can be powered by MAN V-12 engines rated at either 1,900 or 2,000 hp that result in a top speed of 33 and 24 knots, respectively. You can also add a 1,900-gallon fuel tank to extend her cruising range.

Click here to see all the photos of the S80.

Rachel Cormack is a digital editor at Robb Report. She cut her teeth writing for HuffPost, Concrete Playground, and several other online publications in Australia, before moving to New York at the…

Read More On:

• Princess Yachts

More Marine

Rescuers Find Remaining Missing Aboard the Sunken ‘Bayesian’ Superyacht 

Tech Mogul Mike Lynch and 5 Others Are Missing After a Yacht Sinks in Italy

A Fleet of Candela’s Electric Foiling Yachts Is Rolling Out to the Red Sea in 2025

Meet the Wine Club That Thinks Differently.

Receive editor-curated reds from boutique California producers four times a year.

Give the Gift of Luxury

Latest Galleries in Marine

6 Electric Surfboards That’ll Help You Catch Your Next Wave

‘La Dea II’ Superyacht in Photos

More from our brands, presidential candidates could use a fashion primer, commanders commit to a new, improved sean taylor statue, venice winner péter kerekes returns to lido with astrology-themed ‘wishing on a star,’ debuts first clip: ‘everyone’s looking for love’ (exclusive), christie’s first sale at new asia headquarters led by $35 m. monet, the best yoga mats for any practice, according to instructors.

Member's Portal

S80 2024 Victorian State Championships

• Documents, Results & Start Sheets

To check for dinner/event times for the S80 Victorian State Championships click here

If you have any enquiries relating to upcoming S80 Sailing events feel free to call our Sailing Coordinator on 03 9534 0227.

Stay In Touch!

• Hours of Operation
• Emergency Contacts
• Incident Report

Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron Pier Road, St Kilda Victoria, Australia, 3182

Postal: PO Box 2001, St Kilda West Victoria, Australia, 3182

37° 51.769’ S   144° 58.320’ E VHF Standby Ch 16, Squadron Ch 72.

Ph:  61 3 9534 0227 Email:   [email protected]

royalmelbourneyachtsquadron

The official Instagram account of Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron 📍 St Kilda Harbour, 20-minutes from the CBD

Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron respectfully acknowledges the Yaluk-ut Weelam Clan of the Boon Wurrung. We pay our respect to their Elders, past and present. We acknowledge and uphold their continuing relationship to this land and water on which we sail. RMYS values diversity and welcomes people of any culture, ethnic background, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation and ability to enjoy our club events and apply to become a member. © Copyright 2022. Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron. All rights reserved.

• Registration
• Boats Boats Boats Boats and Club Locations Crewing
• S80 Sailing S80 Sailing S80 Sailing Dimensions Hints to Transporting an S80 by Road
• SHOP SHOP SHOP Advertising Rates Toe Rails and Mast Sections S80 Flags
• Our Assoc Our Assoc Our Assoc Forms and Policies 2022 AGM
• Grand Piano 100 Club

S80 - All Class - One Class

Come sail with us – you won’t be disappointed. Yes, we love our sport, but mostly we just like sharing what Western Australia has to offer on the water with other like minded people.  We sail throughout the year but mostly over the summer season from around September to April. 

We welcome boats, owners, sailors and interested people. For more detail about our Association go to the 'Our Assoc' menu  or click here

Latest news

• My Searches  
• Watch List (0)
• Sign In  

Swarbrick S80 Boats For Sale in Australia

Found 2 listings.

• New Swarbrick Boats For Sale
• Used Swarbrick Boats For Sale
• New Swarbrick in current search
• Used Swarbrick in current search

Swarbrick S80

Skipjack has an excellent race record. She has been kept on the hardstand for the last 14 ...

• 26' 3" / 8.00m
• 1985 approx

Swarbrick JS8000

8 m John Swarbrick designed sportsboat, build to high standards by Harley and John Swarbrick ...

• Make an offer

Yacht 8m. Swarbrick S80

Modified Item: No

Product Type: Sailboats

Featured Refinements: Yacht

This is an 8m. Swarbrick S80 yacht (1984) currently penned at Royal Perth Yacht Club in Crawley. The listing includes all running and standing rigging, various sails but does not include the outboard motor or the use of the pen. The yacht is currently insured and it has had a survey in the last 24 months as required by the insurance company. HIN: AU-TSA007513DT2 Buyer will need to collect the yacht either by sailing from the pen or by arranging a boat lift at the club.

Add new question to the seller

Review of S80

Basic specs., sailing characteristics.

This section covers widely used rules of thumb to describe the sailing characteristics. Please note that even though the calculations are correct, the interpretation of the results might not be valid for extreme boats.

What is Capsize Screening Formula (CSF)?

The capsize screening value for S80 is 2.28, indicating that this boat would not be accepted to participate in ocean races.

What is Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed?

The theoretical maximal speed of a displacement boat of this length is 6.5 knots. The term "Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed" is widely used even though a boat can sail faster. The term shall be interpreted as above the theoretical speed a great additional power is necessary for a small gain in speed.

The immersion rate is defined as the weight required to sink the boat a certain level. The immersion rate for S80 is about 128 kg/cm, alternatively 719 lbs/inch. Meaning: if you load 128 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm. Alternatively, if you load 719 lbs cargo on the boat it will sink 1 inch.

Sailing statistics

This section is statistical comparison with similar boats of the same category. The basis of the following statistical computations is our unique database with more than 26,000 different boat types and 350,000 data points.

What is Motion Comfort Ratio (MCR)?

What is L/B (Length Beam Ratio)?

What is Displacement Length Ratio?

SA/D (Sail Area Displacement ratio) Indicates how fast the boat is in light wind: - Cruising Boats have ratios 10-15 - Cruiser-Racers have ratios 16-20 - Racers have ratios above 20 - High-Performance Racers have ratios above 24 Sail-area/displacement ratio (SA/D ratio): 26.41

Maintenance

If you need to renew parts of your running rig and is not quite sure of the dimensions, you may find the estimates computed below useful.

This section is reserved boat owner's modifications, improvements, etc. Here you might find (or contribute with) inspiration for your boat.

Do you have changes/improvements you would like to share? Upload a photo and describe what you have done.

We are always looking for new photos. If you can contribute with photos for S80 it would be a great help.

If you have any comments to the review, improvement suggestions, or the like, feel free to contact us . Criticism helps us to improve.

Yachts & Boats for Sale Search Results

• Facebook Feed
• Victorian Fleet
• State Championships
• Festival of Sails
• Range Series
• Brass Monkeys
• Latest News

S80 Sailing Calendar

26 oct 2024, range series day 1.

Port Phillip

S80s sail in Division 3

16-17 Nov 2024

Go to liptoncup.com.au for details

10-12 Jan 2025

2025 s80 state championships, 25-27 jan 2025, 2025 festival of sails.

festivalofsails.com.au

Range Series Day 2

Copyright © 2024 S80 Association of Victoria - All Rights Reserved.