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Caliber 35
Designer: Mccreary  ·  Builder: Caliber Yachts (Usa)  ·  First built: 1992
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About the Caliber 35

Designed by McCready and built by Caliber Yachts from 1992 onward, this 35.75-foot cruising sailboat exemplifies the American builder's commitment to solid construction and traditional aesthetics. The cutter rig configuration provides excellent sail handling versatility, allowing sailors to reduce canvas progressively in deteriorating conditions while maintaining balance and control. With a displacement of 13,100 pounds and substantial ballast of 6,100 pounds, this yacht offers the stability and seaworthiness expected for serious coastal and offshore cruising. The fin keel with rudder on skeg arrangement strikes a practical balance between performance and protection, while the moderate beam of 11.33 feet ensures comfortable interior volume without sacrificing sailing characteristics. The boat's comfort ratio of 25.26 reflects its cruising-oriented design philosophy, prioritizing motion comfort over pure speed. Combined with a capsize screening formula of 1.93, these numbers indicate a vessel well-suited for extended passages and challenging weather conditions. The fiberglass construction follows proven methods, contributing to Caliber's reputation for building robust, long-lasting yachts. Hull speed calculations suggest efficient passage-making capabilities, while the sail area to displacement ratio indicates moderate performance that won't overwhelm less experienced crews. The standard 27-horsepower engine provides adequate auxiliary power for maneuvering and motorsailing when needed.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 35.75 ft / 10.90 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 29.83 ft / 9.09 m
Beam 11.33 ft / 3.45 m
Max Draft 4.50 ft / 1.37 m
Displacement 13,100.00 lb / 5,942 kg
Ballast 6,100.00 lb / 2,767 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 563.00 ft² / 52.30 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Cutter
Construction FG
Designer McCreary
Builder Caliber Yachts (USA)
First Built 1992
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
162
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
16.27
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
46.56
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
220.32
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
25.26
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
1.93
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. 7.32 kn
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. 1,207.62 pounds/inch
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Yanmar
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 27
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Caliber 35 ★
35.8 ft
Centurion 36
35.7 ft
First 36S7 Beneteau
35.8 ft
Rival 36
35.8 ft
LWL
Caliber 35 ★
29.8 ft
Centurion 36
28.8 ft
First 36S7 Beneteau
31.1 ft
Rival 36
27.2 ft
Beam
Caliber 35 ★
11.3 ft
Centurion 36
12.3 ft
First 36S7 Beneteau
12.4 ft
Rival 36
11.0 ft
Displacement
Caliber 35 ★
13 lbs
Centurion 36
16 lbs
First 36S7 Beneteau
11 lbs
Rival 36
14 lbs
Ballast
Caliber 35 ★
6 lbs
Centurion 36
5 lbs
First 36S7 Beneteau
3 lbs
Rival 36
5 lbs
Sail Area
Caliber 35 ★
563 sq ft
Centurion 36
902 sq ft
First 36S7 Beneteau
Rival 36
573 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Caliber 35 ★
162 s/nm
Centurion 36
First 36S7 Beneteau
Rival 36
150 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Caliber 35 ★
16.3
Centurion 36
22.7
First 36S7 Beneteau
Rival 36
15.7
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Caliber 35 ★
46.6 %
Centurion 36
33.6 %
First 36S7 Beneteau
31.2 %
Rival 36
39.2 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Caliber 35 ★
25.3
Centurion 36
28.4
First 36S7 Beneteau
Rival 36
30.4
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Caliber 35 ★
1.93
Centurion 36
1.96
First 36S7 Beneteau
Rival 36
1.82
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Caliber 35 ★
220
Centurion 36
300
First 36S7 Beneteau
173
Rival 36
317
Hull Speed
Caliber 35 ★
7.3 kts
Centurion 36
7.2 kts
First 36S7 Beneteau
Rival 36
7.0 kts
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