Edel Cat 33 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull type

Catamaran · twin

Rig

Fractional Sloop

LOA

33.79' · 10.3 m

Displ.

7,200 lbs · 3,266 kg

First year

1985

The Edel Cat 33 emerged in the early 1980s as a definitive statement in the evolving world of multihull design. Penned by the esteemed naval architect Sylvestre Langevin, the Cat 33 was built during a period when the Edel shipyard was transitioning from its successful monohull roots into the burgeoning market of production catamarans. This model served as a bridge between the racingderived multihulls of the era and the comfortable family cruisers we recognize today. Its design prioritized light weight and windward efficiency, features that remain hallmarks of the Langevin philosophy. While modern catamarans have trended toward massive volume and high freeboard, the Edel Cat 33 retains a lower profile and a more athletic stance, offering a sailing experience that is distinctly more connected to the water than its contemporary descendants.