25.5' Ericson 25 plus

1980 Ericson 25 plus- Solid Classic Cruiser with Roomy Cabin, Galley & Enclosed Head

Bruce King designed for maximum interior volume in a nearly 26-foot package plus sailing performance. This boat is has good strong bones but needs a rigging refresh. Very good opportunity for owner ready for a minor project. Engine included, some new parts, incl. a custom hand-crafted tiller never used. Surveyed one year ago.

- 6 feet of standing headroom in the main cabin, exceptional for a boat this size. Teak doors and cabinetry in good shape.
- Sleeps 4-5 comfortably with a large quarter-berth and spacious settees. Fold-down Dining table.
- Enclosed, stand-up head compartment.
- 40 gallon fresh water tank.
- All sinks functional. Plumbing updated for both fresh and wastewater.
* Brand new "Whale" Bilge pump installed.
- Wiring is updated. (brand new runing light fixtures)
- Galley is surprisingly roomy for a 25' boat, including a recessed stove area and a well-insulated 5 cubic foot icebox, making weekend overnight trips and dinners aboard easy and practical.

Ericson's are know for the solid hand layup fiberglass hull. The deck is balsa-cored, with plywood used in high-stress areas, giving it a notably solid feel underfoot. The bilge is NEVER wet as the keel and ballast is molded within the fiberglass - NOT bolted on!

Designed as a cruiser-racer with a high-aspect 7/8 rig. She performs well, especially in light air, with excellent sail control provided by a full-width mainsheet traveler.

The boat is solid, but has two key points the new owner should address. Standing Rigging: The standing rigging is due for service or replacement to bring the boat to its best condition for serious sailing. The mast is hinged and can be lowered for service or trailering. A bit of carpentry and varnish here and there, but nothing urgent.

The original inboard engine and saildrive were removed. Power is currently provided by a rebuilt Suzuki DT4 4hp outboard motor (included in sale).

Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type: Fractional Sloop
LOA: 25.42 ft / 7.75 m
LWL: 21.83 ft / 6.65 m
S.A.: 325.00 ft / 30.19 m
Beam: 9.25 ft / 2.82 m
Displacement: 5,000.00 lb / 2,268 kg
Ballast: 2,000.00 lb / 907 kg
Max Draft: 4.92 ft / 1.50 m

Construction: Fiberglass
Ballast Type: Lead
I: 30.50 ft / 9.30 m
J: 10.50 ft / 3.20 m
P: 31.50 ft / 9.60 m
E: 10.50 ft / 3.20 m
S.A. Fore: 160.13 ft / 14.88 m
S.A. Main: 165.38 ft / 15.36 m
S.A. Total (100% Fore Main Triangles): 325.51 ft / 30.24 m
S.A./Displ. (calc.): 17.86
Est. Forestay Length: 32.26 ft / 9.83 m
Mast Height from DWL: 40.00 ft / 12.19 m

Aluminum Kenyon mast and boom
3/16" 1x19 stainless standing rigging w/ swaged termination
Stainless steel hinged mast step
inboard stainless chainplates
Chrome cleats
2 #10 sheet winches
1 #10 jib halyard winch
Main sail with reef points

Water: 19 gals / 72 L
Headroom: 6.08 ft / 1.85 m
L-shaped Galley with fresh water foot pump 10" deep stainless steel sink,
ice box. food and condiment storage lockers
Homestrand 2-burner alcohol stove
Teak and holly main cabin sole
6 foot head room
6'2" forepeak berth
6'6" starboard settee berth
6'6" quarterberth to starboard
6'2" port sette berth
Hanging locker
Enclosed head with sink & vanity
Bulkhead mounted teak table