1989 J/35
LOA
10.67m (35.0ft)
Beam
3.43m (11.3ft)
Displacement
5,216kg (11,499lbs)
Year
1989–1993
Manufacturer
J/Boats
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.67 m | 35.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 9.14 m | 30.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.43 m | 11.3 ft |
| Draft | 1.98 m | 6.5 ft |
| Mast Height | 15.00 m | 49.2 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,216 kg | 11,499 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,268 kg | 5,000 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 57.6 m² | 620 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L | 15.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 76 L | 20.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Rod Johnstone | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
19.46
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
43.5%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.79 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
16.8
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 1989 J/35
The J/35 is one of the most successful one-design offshore racers ever built. Active racing fleets worldwide testify to her exciting performance and the close racing she provides.