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Dufour 34
Designer: Michael Dufour  ·  Builder: Dufour (Fra)  ·  First built: 1974
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About the Dufour 34

French yacht manufacturer Dufour introduced this 34-footer as part of their popular cruising yacht lineup, designed to balance performance with comfortable accommodations for coastal and medium-range offshore sailing. Built with Dufour's characteristic attention to interior volume and livability, the design prioritizes the needs of cruising sailors who want both sailing enjoyment and onboard comfort. The hull form reflects Dufour's philosophy of creating boats that are both forgiving for less experienced sailors and rewarding for those seeking decent performance under sail. The cockpit layout emphasizes ease of handling and safety, with logical placement of winches and controls that allow for efficient sail management whether sailing short-handed or with crew. Below decks, the accommodation plan makes intelligent use of the available space, providing comfortable berths and practical storage solutions typical of French design sensibilities. The galley and head compartments are sized appropriately for extended coastal cruising or weekend adventures. This model appeals to sailors seeking a well-built European yacht that offers reliability and comfort for exploring coastal waters, island hopping, or club racing. The Dufour 34 represents solid value in the competitive mid-size cruising yacht market.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 33.63 ft / 10.25 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.42 ft / 7.75 m
Beam 10.75 ft / 3.28 m
Max Draft 5.84 ft / 1.78 m
Displacement 11,023.00 lb / 5,000 kg
Ballast 4,409.00 lb / 2,000 kg
Headroom 6.40 ft / 1.95 m
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction GRP
Designer Michael Dufour
Builder Dufour (FRA)
First Built 1974
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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
141
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
40.0
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
299.59
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. 5.86 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 16.73
J (Foretriangle Base) 13.60 ft / 4.15 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 516.00 ft² / 47.94 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo Penta
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 25
Fuel Capacity 22 gals / 83 L
Water Capacity 48 gals / 182 L
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