ETAP 23IL Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull type

Monohull · lifting

Rig

Fractional Sloop

LOA

25.5' · 7.77 m

Displ.

3,420 lbs · 1,551 kg

First year

1994

The ETAP 23iL is a sophisticated evolution of the Belgian builder’s philosophy, representing one of the most refined expressions of the "unsinkable" trailersailer concept. Launched in the mid1990s as an updated iteration of the successful Etap 23 and 23i, the "iL" (often denoting "Improved" or "Luxury" specifications) was designed by Jac. de Ridder to offer a coastal cruising experience that prioritized safety and thermal comfort without the Spartan compromises typical of 23footers. Built with the brand’s signature doubleskin hull filled with closedcell polyurethane foam, the vessel is certified as unsinkable, a feature that also provides exceptional acoustic and thermal insulation. This construction method distinguishes the 23iL from its contemporary competitors, such as the Beneteau First 235 or the Jeanneau Sun Fast 24, by creating a hull that is remarkably stiff and resistant to the condensation issues common in singleskin fiberglass boats.