Bavaria 34
LOA
10.35m (34.0ft)
Beam
3.38m (11.1ft)
Displacement
5,200kg (11,464lbs)
Year
1998–2004
Manufacturer
Bavaria
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.35 m | 34.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 9.10 m | 29.9 ft |
| Beam | 3.38 m | 11.1 ft |
| Draft | 1.80 m | 5.9 ft |
| Mast Height | 14.50 m | 47.6 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,200 kg | 11,464 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg | 3,748 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 52.0 m² | 560 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 21.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 170 L | 44.9 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | J&J Design | |
| Country of Origin | Germany | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.60
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
32.7%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.78 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
17.6
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the Bavaria 34
The Bavaria 34 brought German build quality and value to the mid-30s cruiser market. A spacious and well-equipped yacht that excels as a family coastal cruiser.