Amel Pampero Sailboats for Sale

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull Type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Masthead Sloop

LOA

18.83' · 5.74 m

Disp.

1,279 lbs · 580 kg

First year

1963

The Amel Pampero, launched in 1968, represents a critical evolutionary step in the history of Chantiers Amel. Designed by the company’s founder, Henri Amel, the Pampero was conceived as a robust, longrange cruiser that could be handled with ease by a couple. At 11.60 meters (approximately 38 feet) in length, it was one of the earliest models to solidify the "Amel philosophy": a centercockpit layout, a powerful ketch rig, and a level of build quality intended to withstand the rigors of ocean voyaging. It followed the success of the Alisio and the Euros, serving as a precursor to the legendary Maramu and Super Maramu series that would later dominate the bluewater market. According to the official Amel history, the Pampero was part of the early wave of fiberglass production that transitioned the yard from bespoke builds to a globally recognized manufacturer of production yachts.