2004 Bavaria 38
LOA
11.72m (38.5ft)
Beam
3.76m (12.3ft)
Displacement
7,500kg (16,535lbs)
Year
2004–2009
Manufacturer
Bavaria
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 11.72 m | 38.5 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 10.40 m | 34.1 ft |
| Beam | 3.76 m | 12.3 ft |
| Draft | 1.85 m | 6.1 ft |
| Mast Height | 16.00 m | 52.5 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,500 kg | 16,535 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg | 5,512 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 63.0 m² | 678 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 30 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L | 26.4 gal |
| Water Capacity | 200 L | 52.8 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | J&J Design | |
| Country of Origin | Germany | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
16.70
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
33.3%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.77 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
16.9
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 2004 Bavaria 38
The Bavaria 38 offers impressive interior volume and good sailing performance at an attractive price. A well-equipped German cruiser popular in the European charter market.