Dragon Data · 1982
Dragon 32
Built in Wales and close cousin of the Tandy CoCo.
Then vs now
| Maker | Dragon Data |
|---|---|
| Released | 1982 |
| Processor | Motorola 6809E, 0.89 MHz |
| Memory | 32 KB |
| Storage | Cassette |
| Launch price | £199.5 |
| Big in | UK (made in Wales) |
Launch price is for the base model in its home market and is approximate. US prices adjusted with the US Consumer Price Index (BLS).
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Questions and answers
When did the Dragon 32 come out?
The Dragon 32 was released in 1982 by Dragon Data.
How much did the Dragon 32 cost when it was new?
About £199.5 for the base model at launch.
How much memory and speed did the Dragon 32 have?
32 KB of memory and a Motorola 6809E processor at 0.89 MHz. A typical 2025 flagship phone has about 262,144 times more memory.
How many people had the Dragon 32 as their first computer?
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Where was the Dragon 32 popular?
It was especially popular in UK (made in Wales).
Can you still buy the Dragon 32?
Only second-hand. Working units turn up on eBay and at retro computing fairs; boxed, tested machines cost the most. Check sold listings rather than asking prices to judge what one is worth.