1981 Nautor Swan 36
LOA
10.97m (36.0ft)
Beam
3.35m (11.0ft)
Displacement
6,350kg (13,999lbs)
Year
1981–1989
Manufacturer
Nautor Swan
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.97 m | 36.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 8.53 m | 28.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.35 m | 11.0 ft |
| Draft | 1.98 m | 6.5 ft |
| Mast Height | 14.50 m | 47.6 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,350 kg | 13,999 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,722 kg | 6,001 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 54.5 m² | 587 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L | 26.4 gal |
| Water Capacity | 180 L | 47.6 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Sparkman & Stephens | |
| Country of Origin | Finland | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
16.15
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
42.9%
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
22.7
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1981 Nautor Swan 36
The Swan 36 is a classic Sparkman & Stephens design combining racing performance with Nautor's legendary build quality. A timeless yacht that holds her value and continues to win club races decades after launch.