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Crown 34
Designer: Hein Driehuyzen  ·  Builder: Calgan Marine (Can)  ·  First built: 1975
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About the Crown 34

With limited specifications available in today's market, the Crown 34 represents one of those sailboats that has become increasingly difficult to research comprehensively. This mid-sized cruiser emerged from an era when many manufacturers were experimenting with fiberglass construction techniques and interior layouts designed to maximize comfort in a compact package. Based on its size classification, the Crown 34 would have been positioned as a coastal cruiser suitable for weekend getaways and extended harbor-hopping adventures. Boats in this length range typically offer a good balance between manageable single-handed sailing capabilities and enough interior volume for comfortable overnight accommodation for a small crew or family. The scarcity of detailed information about the Crown 34 suggests it may have had a limited production run or represents a manufacturer that didn't achieve widespread market penetration. For prospective buyers encountering one of these boats, thorough inspection becomes even more critical given the challenges in sourcing replacement parts or finding extensive owner networks for guidance. Anyone considering a Crown 34 should focus on the boat's individual condition and maintenance history rather than relying heavily on model-specific reputation or readily available technical support.

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$24,500 – $24,500
typical asking price
Median $24,500  ·  1 listing used
All listings
$24,500 – $24,500 1
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  • Prices are based on recent asking prices from public listings — not actual sale prices, which are typically lower.
  • Condition is not factored in. A well-maintained boat with new sails and engine can be worth significantly more than a project boat of the same model.
  • Location affects price. Boats in landlocked states or areas with fewer buyers often sell for less than those on the coast.
  • Year of manufacture is not filtered. Older examples of this model will generally be priced lower than newer ones.
  • Included equipment varies widely. A boat with a full suite of electronics, dodger, and new standing rigging may command a large premium.
  • Outliers are automatically excluded using statistical filtering to improve accuracy, but some bad data may remain.
Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 33.80 ft / 10.30 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 27.92 ft / 8.51 m
Beam 10.92 ft / 3.33 m
Max Draft 5.92 ft / 1.80 m
Displacement 10,500.00 lb / 4,763 kg
Ballast 4,800.00 lb / 2,177 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Hein Driehuyzen
Builder Calgan Marine (CAN)
First Built 1975
Last Built 1979
Number Built 30
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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
136
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
45.71
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
215.37
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. 6.53 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 18.55
J (Foretriangle Base) 14.80 ft / 4.51 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 554.00 ft² / 51.47 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Yanmar
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 16
Fuel Capacity 20 gals / 76 L
Water Capacity 30 gals / 114 L
How It Compares

vs. Pearson 34, San Juan 34, Tartan 33

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Dimensions
LOA
Crown 34 ★
33.8 ft
Pearson 34
33.8 ft
San Juan 34
33.8 ft
Tartan 33
33.7 ft
LWL
Crown 34 ★
27.9 ft
Pearson 34
28.1 ft
San Juan 34
27.9 ft
Tartan 33
28.8 ft
Beam
Crown 34 ★
10.9 ft
Pearson 34
11.2 ft
San Juan 34
10.9 ft
Tartan 33
11.0 ft
Displacement
Crown 34 ★
10 lbs
Pearson 34
11 lbs
San Juan 34
10 lbs
Tartan 33
10 lbs
Ballast
Crown 34 ★
4 lbs
Pearson 34
4 lbs
San Juan 34
4 lbs
Tartan 33
4 lbs
Sail Area
Crown 34 ★
Pearson 34
550 sq ft
San Juan 34
548 sq ft
Tartan 33
531 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Crown 34 ★
136 s/nm
Pearson 34
144 s/nm
San Juan 34
132 s/nm
Tartan 33
153 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Crown 34 ★
Pearson 34
17.6
San Juan 34
18.4
Tartan 33
18.4
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Crown 34 ★
45.7 %
Pearson 34
San Juan 34
45.7 %
Tartan 33
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Crown 34 ★
Pearson 34
23.4
San Juan 34
22.6
Tartan 33
21.0
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Crown 34 ★
Pearson 34
2.00
San Juan 34
2.00
Tartan 33
2.04
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Crown 34 ★
215
Pearson 34
San Juan 34
215
Tartan 33
Hull Speed
Crown 34 ★
Pearson 34
7.1 kts
San Juan 34
7.1 kts
Tartan 33
7.2 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Crown 34 ★
Pearson 34
2.5
San Juan 34
2.7
Tartan 33
3.0
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