1987 Nonsuch 36
LOA
10.97m (36.0ft)
Beam
3.51m (11.5ft)
Displacement
6,577kg (14,500lbs)
Year
1987–1996
Manufacturer
Nonsuch
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.97 m | 36.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 9.14 m | 30.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.51 m | 11.5 ft |
| Draft | 1.52 m | 5.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 14.00 m | 45.9 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,577 kg | 14,500 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,722 kg | 6,001 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 50.0 m² | 538 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Other | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 35 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 114 L | 30.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 227 L | 60.0 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Mark Ellis | |
| Country of Origin | Canada | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
14.47
Underpowered — needs more sail area for displacement
Ballast Ratio
41.4%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.75 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
20.2
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1987 Nonsuch 36
The Nonsuch 36 is a spacious and capable cruiser with the brand's signature cat rig and wishbone boom. Her enormous interior volume and simple sailing systems make her ideal for couple's cruising and liveaboard use.