Aloa 23 R Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Fractional Sloop

LOA

22.31' · 6.8 m

Displ.

2,646 lbs · 1,200 kg

First year

1978

The Aloa 23 R (the "R" standing for Régate, or racing) is a performanceoriented evolution of the foundational Aloa 23, a model that helped define the early success of the French shipyard SEB Marine (later Aloa Marine). Designed by J.M. L'Hermenier in the late 1960s, this 7meter masthead sloop was built during an era when fiberglass was revolutionizing the accessibility of sailing. While the standard Aloa 23 was marketed as a safe, familyoriented pocket cruiser, the "R" variant was tuned specifically for club racing and spirited coastal sailing. It features a taller mast and an increased sail area to weight ratio compared to its cruising sibling, appealing to sailors who prioritize speed in lighttomoderate Mediterranean breezes. The boat shares the same robust hull form as the standard model, characterized by a traditional transom and a balanced underwater profile, but it strips away some of the heavier cruising amenities to optimize displacement for competitive use.