1973 Tartan 34
LOA
10.36m (34.0ft)
Beam
3.05m (10.0ft)
Displacement
5,443kg (12,000lbs)
Year
1973–1984
Manufacturer
Tartan
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.36 m | 34.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 7.47 m | 24.5 ft |
| Beam | 3.05 m | 10.0 ft |
| Draft | 1.52 m | 5.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 14.00 m | 45.9 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,443 kg | 12,000 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,449 kg | 5,399 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 46.5 m² | 501 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 20.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 114 L | 30.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Sparkman & Stephens | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.27
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
45.0%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.69 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
27.3
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1973 Tartan 34
The Tartan 34 is a classic Sparkman & Stephens design combining racing pedigree with cruising comfort. Well-built by Tartan with above-average quality and attention to detail.