1988 Valiant Esprit 37
LOA
11.28m (37.0ft)
Beam
3.47m (11.4ft)
Displacement
7,257kg (15,999lbs)
Year
1988–1996
Manufacturer
Valiant
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 11.28 m | 37.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 9.14 m | 30.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.47 m | 11.4 ft |
| Draft | 1.65 m | 5.4 ft |
| Mast Height | 15.00 m | 49.2 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,257 kg | 15,999 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,948 kg | 6,499 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 58.0 m² | 624 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Modified full | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 35 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 132 L | 34.9 gal |
| Water Capacity | 246 L | 65.0 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Bob Perry | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.72
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
40.6%
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
22.2
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1988 Valiant Esprit 37
The Valiant Esprit 37 is a sloop-rigged version of the proven Valiant 37 hull, offering simplified sail handling. Bob Perry's design retains the offshore capability of the cutter with easier short-handed operation.