Dufour 36 Classic
LOA
10.90m (35.8ft)
Beam
3.50m (11.5ft)
Displacement
6,200kg (13,669lbs)
Year
1996–2003
Manufacturer
Dufour
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.90 m | 35.8 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 9.60 m | 31.5 ft |
| Beam | 3.50 m | 11.5 ft |
| Draft | 1.80 m | 5.9 ft |
| Mast Height | 15.00 m | 49.2 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,200 kg | 13,669 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,000 kg | 4,409 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 57.0 m² | 614 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 27 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 110 L | 29.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 200 L | 52.8 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Umberto Felci | |
| Country of Origin | France | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.16
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
32.3%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.76 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
18.0
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the Dufour 36 Classic
A classic French cruiser that blends Gallic style with practical performance. The Dufour 36 Classic features quality joinery and a well-equipped galley for Mediterranean living.