Impala 27 Sailboats for Sale

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull Type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Fractional Sloop

LOA

27.39' · 8.35 m

Disp.

5,071 lbs · 2,300 kg

First year

1983

The Impala 27 is a distinguished example of Scandinavian maritime engineering from the late 1970s and early 1980s, primarily recognized as a Jan Kjærulff design built by the renowned Danish yard Bianca Yachts. Conceived during the height of the IOR (International Offshore Rule) era, the Impala 27 was developed to bridge the gap between a competitive Quarter Tonner and a comfortable family cruiser. While often confused with the David Thomasdesigned Hunter Impala (which is technically 28 feet), the Bianca Impala 27 is a distinct vessel characterized by the sleek, elegant lines and highquality fiberglass work typical of the "Golden Age" of Danish yacht building. The hull features a moderate beam and a relatively deep fin keel, providing a balanced profile that prioritizes upwind efficiency and responsiveness in light to moderate air.