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Cc 36 1
Designer: C&C  ·  Builder: C&C Yachts (Can)  ·  First built: 1977
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About the Cc 36 1

Introduced in 1977 during C&C Yachts' golden era of performance cruiser design, this 36-footer represents the Canadian builder's commitment to creating fast, seaworthy boats that excel in both racing and cruising applications. With its fin keel and spade rudder configuration, the design prioritizes responsiveness and pointing ability, making it well-suited for competitive sailing while maintaining the comfort needed for extended coastal cruising. The boat's impressive sail area to displacement ratio of 18.35 reveals its performance-oriented nature, delivering spirited sailing in light to moderate conditions. Despite this emphasis on speed, the substantial 5,000-pound ballast and moderate beam of 11.50 feet provide reassuring stability. The comfort ratio of 23.8 indicates a relatively stiff motion that favors performance over ultra-comfortable cruising, though it remains suitable for weekend getaways and coastal passages. Built during C&C's reputation-building years, this model benefits from solid fiberglass construction and thoughtful design details that have helped many examples remain active on the water decades later. The masthead sloop rig offers straightforward sail handling, while the hull's traditional proportions and proven design make it an attractive option for sailors seeking classic C&C performance characteristics without the complexity of newer designs.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 35.67 ft / 10.87 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 27.75 ft / 8.46 m
Beam 11.50 ft / 3.51 m
Max Draft 5.92 ft / 1.80 m
Displacement 12,000.00 lb / 5,443 kg
Ballast 5,000.00 lb / 2,268 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 599.00 ft² / 55.65 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer C&C
Builder C&C Yachts (CAN)
First Built 1977
Related Sailboats ["Ericson 36" · "Freeport 36 Islander" · "Cabot 36" · "Impala 36 Peterson" · "Galway 36 Westerly"]
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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
 18.35
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
 41.67
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
 250.69
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
 23.8
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
 2.01
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. 7.06 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
 2.29
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. 1,140.27 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. 18.35
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 47.50 ft / 14.48 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 15.00 ft / 4.57 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 41.50 ft / 12.65 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.70 ft / 3.57 m
SA Fore 356.25 ft² / 33.10 m²
SA Main 242.78 ft² / 22.56 m²
SA Total (100%) 599.03 ft² / 55.65 m²
Est. Forestay Length 49.81 ft / 15.18 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Yanmar
Engine Model 3QM30
Engine Type Diesel
Fuel Capacity 20 gals / 76 L
Water Capacity 38 gals / 144 L
How It Compares

vs. Cabot 36, Freeport 36 Islander, Impala 36 Peterson

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Dimensions
LOA
Cc 36 1 ★
35.7 ft
Cabot 36
35.6 ft
Freeport 36 Islander
35.8 ft
Impala 36 Peterson
35.8 ft
LWL
Cc 36 1 ★
27.8 ft
Cabot 36
29.7 ft
Freeport 36 Islander
27.5 ft
Impala 36 Peterson
28.5 ft
Beam
Cc 36 1 ★
11.5 ft
Cabot 36
11.7 ft
Freeport 36 Islander
12.0 ft
Impala 36 Peterson
10.8 ft
Displacement
Cc 36 1 ★
12 lbs
Cabot 36
17 lbs
Freeport 36 Islander
17 lbs
Impala 36 Peterson
12 lbs
Ballast
Cc 36 1 ★
5 lbs
Cabot 36
5 lbs
Freeport 36 Islander
7 lbs
Impala 36 Peterson
6 lbs
Sail Area
Cc 36 1 ★
599 sq ft
Cabot 36
632 sq ft
Freeport 36 Islander
659 sq ft
Impala 36 Peterson
817 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Cc 36 1 ★
18.4
Cabot 36
14.9
Freeport 36 Islander
16.0
Impala 36 Peterson
24.0
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Cc 36 1 ★
41.7 %
Cabot 36
30.9 %
Freeport 36 Islander
—
Impala 36 Peterson
50.9 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Cc 36 1 ★
23.8
Cabot 36
33.2
Freeport 36 Islander
32.0
Impala 36 Peterson
27.0
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Cc 36 1 ★
2.01
Cabot 36
1.79
Freeport 36 Islander
1.87
Impala 36 Peterson
1.86
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Cc 36 1 ★
250
Cabot 36
304
Freeport 36 Islander
—
Impala 36 Peterson
245
Hull Speed
Cc 36 1 ★
7.1 kts
Cabot 36
7.3 kts
Freeport 36 Islander
7.0 kts
Impala 36 Peterson
7.2 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Cc 36 1 ★
2.3
Cabot 36
1.6
Freeport 36 Islander
1.3
Impala 36 Peterson
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