1965 Bristol 35.5
LOA
10.82m (35.5ft)
Beam
2.97m (9.7ft)
Displacement
5,897kg (13,001lbs)
Year
1965–1972
Manufacturer
Bristol
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.82 m | 35.5 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 7.62 m | 25.0 ft |
| Beam | 2.97 m | 9.7 ft |
| Draft | 1.52 m | 5.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 14.00 m | 45.9 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,897 kg | 13,001 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,449 kg | 5,399 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 47.4 m² | 510 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Full | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L | 15.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 114 L | 30.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Halsey Herreshoff | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
14.75
Underpowered — needs more sail area for displacement
Ballast Ratio
41.5%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.66 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
28.9
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1965 Bristol 35.5
The Bristol 35.5 is a classically styled full-keel cruiser from the Herreshoff design lineage. Built in Rhode Island with top-quality materials, she epitomizes traditional New England craftsmanship.