1994 Najad 343
LOA
10.36m (34.0ft)
Beam
3.25m (10.7ft)
Displacement
5,400kg (11,905lbs)
Year
1994–2004
Manufacturer
Najad
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.36 m | 34.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 8.69 m | 28.5 ft |
| Beam | 3.25 m | 10.7 ft |
| Draft | 1.70 m | 5.6 ft |
| Mast Height | 13.50 m | 44.3 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,400 kg | 11,905 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg | 4,850 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 47.5 m² | 511 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 | 170 L | 44.9 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | |
| Country of Origin | Sweden | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.68
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
40.7%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.74 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
20.4
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1994 Najad 343
The Najad 343 is a beautifully proportioned Swedish cruiser with exceptional build quality and a warm teak interior. Judel/Vrolijk's design provides good performance with a comfortable and seakindly motion.