1969 Cal 34
LOA
10.36m (34.0ft)
Beam
3.05m (10.0ft)
Displacement
5,216kg (11,499lbs)
Year
1969–1975
Manufacturer
Cal
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.36 m | 34.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 8.08 m | 26.5 ft |
| Beam | 3.05 m | 10.0 ft |
| Draft | 1.65 m | 5.4 ft |
| Mast Height | 14.00 m | 45.9 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,216 kg | 11,499 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,041 kg | 4,500 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 47.4 m² | 510 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L | 15.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 114 L | 30.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Bill Lapworth | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
16.01
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
39.1%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.70 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
23.6
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1969 Cal 34
The Cal 34 is a Bill Lapworth classic that helped define the California cruiser-racer style. Strong performance combined with a comfortable interior for coastal and offshore sailing.