1979 Islander 36
LOA
10.97m (36.0ft)
Beam
3.28m (10.8ft)
Displacement
6,350kg (13,999lbs)
Year
1979–1985
Manufacturer
Islander
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.97 m | 36.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 8.84 m | 29.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.28 m | 10.8 ft |
| Draft | 1.68 m | 5.5 ft |
| Mast Height | 14.80 m | 48.6 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,350 kg | 13,999 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,722 kg | 6,001 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 54.2 m² | 583 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 20.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 151 L | 39.9 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Alan Gurney | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
16.06
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
42.9%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.71 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
22.3
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1979 Islander 36
The Islander 36 is a handsome and capable cruiser from the renowned West Coast builder. Alan Gurney's design provides comfortable motion and excellent handling offshore.