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Cc 37
Designer: George Cuthbertson  ·  Builder: C&C Yachts  ·  First built: 1981
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About the Cc 37

Built by C&C Yachts from 1981 to 1986, this George Cuthbertson design represents the Canadian builder's commitment to performance-oriented cruising sailboats during their golden era. The Cc 37 combines racing-inspired lines with practical cruising accommodations, making it well-suited for both coastal cruising and club racing. The boat's fin keel and spade rudder configuration, paired with a moderate displacement of 14,300 pounds and generous sail area of 670 square feet, delivers responsive handling and solid upwind performance. With a beam of 11.67 feet and waterline length of 28.75 feet, the design strikes a good balance between interior volume and sailing efficiency. The substantial ballast-to-displacement ratio provides reassuring stability for offshore passages. Cuthbertson's design philosophy emphasized seaworthiness without sacrificing speed, evident in the boat's comfortable motion and predictable handling characteristics. The moderate comfort ratio of 26.69 suggests decent motion at sea, while the capsize screening value of 1.93 indicates good stability for coastal and near-offshore sailing. C&C's reputation for solid fiberglass construction and attention to detail makes well-maintained examples attractive to sailors seeking a capable boat for extended cruising or competitive sailing. The Cc 37 remains popular among experienced sailors who appreciate its blend of performance and practicality.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 37.58 ft / 11.45 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 28.75 ft / 8.76 m
Beam 11.67 ft / 3.56 m
Max Draft 6.70 ft / 2.04 m
Displacement 14,300.00 lb / 6,486 kg
Ballast 6,000.00 lb / 2,722 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 670.00 ft² / 62.25 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer George Cuthbertson
Builder C&C Yachts
First Built 1981
Last Built 1986
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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
 18.26
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
 41.96
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
 268.64
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
 26.69
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. 7.18 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
 2.11
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. 1,198.82 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. 18.26
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 51.00 ft / 15.54 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 15.50 ft / 4.72 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 45.16 ft / 13.76 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 12.16 ft / 3.71 m
SA Fore 395.25 ft² / 36.72 m²
SA Main 274.57 ft² / 25.51 m²
SA Total (100%) 669.82 ft² / 62.23 m²
Est. Forestay Length 53.30 ft / 16.25 m
Mast Height (DWL) 56.00 ft / 17.07 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Yanmar
Engine Model 3HM
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 27
Fuel Capacity 20 gals / 76 L
Water Capacity 60 gals / 227 L
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