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Banner 37
Designer: Stan Huntingford  ·  Builder: Cooper Yachts  ·  First built: 1982
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About the Banner 37

Designed by Stan Huntingford and built by Cooper Yachts beginning in 1982, this 36.58-foot sailboat represents a thoughtful approach to coastal cruising and club racing. The Banner 37's masthead sloop rig and moderate sail area of 653 square feet provide versatile performance across various wind conditions, while the fin keel configuration delivers responsive handling that appeals to sailors seeking both comfort and competence. With a displacement of 13,500 pounds and 5,500 pounds of ballast, the Banner 37 strikes a balance between stability and performance. The comfortable cockpit and well-proportioned 12-foot beam create an inviting space for day sailing or extended coastal passages. Her fiberglass construction ensures durability and relatively low maintenance requirements. The boat's design characteristics suggest she's particularly well-suited for weekend cruising, harbor sailing, and casual racing. Her moderate draft of 5.82 feet allows access to a variety of anchorages while maintaining good windward ability. The Banner 37 appeals to sailors who appreciate traditional proportions combined with practical sailing qualities, making her an excellent choice for those transitioning from smaller boats or seeking a manageable yet capable cruiser for coastal adventures.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 36.58 ft / 11.15 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 28.75 ft / 8.76 m
Beam 12.00 ft / 3.66 m
Max Draft 5.82 ft / 1.77 m
Displacement 13,500.00 lb / 6,123 kg
Ballast 5,500.00 lb / 2,495 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 653.00 ft² / 60.67 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Stan Huntingford
Builder Cooper Yachts
First Built 1982
Related Sailboats ["Cooper 367" · "Cs 36" · "Pearson 367" · "Pearson 36 2" · "Union 36"]
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
 18.49
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
 40.74
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
 253.61
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
 24.51
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
 2.02
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 7.18 kn
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
 2.28
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 1,232.72 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 18.49
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 47.50 ft / 14.48 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 16.00 ft / 4.88 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 42.00 ft / 12.80 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 13.00 ft / 3.96 m
SA Fore 380.00 ft² / 35.30 m²
SA Main 273.00 ft² / 25.36 m²
SA Total (100%) 653.00 ft² / 60.67 m²
Est. Forestay Length 50.12 ft / 15.28 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Volvo
Engine Model MD17D
Engine Type Diesel
Fuel Capacity 30 gals / 114 L
Water Capacity 50 gals / 189 L
How It Compares

vs. Cs 36, Pearson 36 2, Pearson 367

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Dimensions
LOA
Banner 37 ★
36.6 ft
Cs 36
36.5 ft
Pearson 36 2
36.5 ft
Pearson 367
36.4 ft
LWL
Banner 37 ★
28.8 ft
Cs 36
29.3 ft
Pearson 36 2
29.6 ft
Pearson 367
30.0 ft
Beam
Banner 37 ★
12.0 ft
Cs 36
11.5 ft
Pearson 36 2
12.3 ft
Pearson 367
11.5 ft
Displacement
Banner 37 ★
13 lbs
Cs 36
15 lbs
Pearson 36 2
15 lbs
Pearson 367
17 lbs
Ballast
Banner 37 ★
5 lbs
Cs 36
6 lbs
Pearson 36 2
5 lbs
Pearson 367
7 lbs
Sail Area
Banner 37 ★
653 sq ft
Cs 36
822 sq ft
Pearson 36 2
—
Pearson 367
600 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Banner 37 ★
—
Cs 36
126 s/nm
Pearson 36 2
138 s/nm
Pearson 367
—
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Banner 37 ★
18.5
Cs 36
21.2
Pearson 36 2
—
Pearson 367
14.2
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Banner 37 ★
40.7 %
Cs 36
41.9 %
Pearson 36 2
38.7 %
Pearson 367
41.2 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Banner 37 ★
24.5
Cs 36
29.5
Pearson 36 2
—
Pearson 367
33.1
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Banner 37 ★
2.02
Cs 36
1.85
Pearson 36 2
—
Pearson 367
1.77
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Banner 37 ★
253
Cs 36
276
Pearson 36 2
258
Pearson 367
292
Hull Speed
Banner 37 ★
7.2 kts
Cs 36
7.3 kts
Pearson 36 2
—
Pearson 367
7.3 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Banner 37 ★
2.3
Cs 36
1.9
Pearson 36 2
—
Pearson 367
1.6
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