C&C 35-3

Sailboat 34′ 8″ Since 1982

Overview

Builder
C&C
Model
35-3
Type
Sailboat
Built
1982–1987
Designer
Robert Ball
Hull
Fin w/spade rudder
Hull material
Yachts
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
34′ 8″ (10.58 m)
Waterline length
28′ (8.53 m)
Beam
11′ 2″ (3.41 m)
Displacement
10,825 lb (4,910 kg)
Ballast
4,500 lb (2,041 kg)

Sails and rig

Sail area
594 sq ft (55.1 m²)
I (foretriangle height)
46′ 4″ (14.11 m)
J (foretriangle base)
13′ 7″ (4.15 m)
P (mainsail luff)
41′ 4″ (12.59 m)
E (mainsail foot)
12′ 6″ (3.81 m)

Design ratios

Sail area / displacement
19.4

Power from the sails for the boat's weight. Under 16 is modest, 16–20 a typical cruiser, over 20 lively.

Displacement / length
220

How heavy the boat is for its waterline. Under 200 is light, 200–300 moderate, over 300 heavy.

Ballast ratio
42%

Share of the weight that is ballast. Higher generally means stiffer in a breeze.

Capsize screening
2.03

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Ballast Type
Lead
Construction
Yachts

Data from Mauri Pro Sailboat Data. Check details with the builder before relying on them.

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