1972 Morgan 34
LOA
10.36m (34.0ft)
Beam
3.25m (10.7ft)
Displacement
5,897kg (13,001lbs)
Year
1972–1978
Manufacturer
Morgan
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 | 3.25 m | 10.7 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 | 50.2 m² | 540 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Full | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 20.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 114 L | 30.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Charley Morgan | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.63
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
41.5%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.72 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
24.6
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1972 Morgan 34
A sturdy bluewater cruiser from Charley Morgan with a full keel and centerline queen berth. The Morgan 34 is a capable passage maker designed for comfortable long-distance sailing.