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Ericson 35 2
Designer: Bruce King  ·  Builder: Ericson Yachts  ·  First built: 1969
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About the Ericson 35 2

Originally launched in the early 1980s, this mid-sized cruiser represents Ericson Yachts' continued evolution of their popular 35-foot platform. Building on the success of the original Ericson 35, the "2" designation marked refinements to both the hull design and interior layout that addressed feedback from sailors and changing market preferences. The Ericson 35 2 maintains the builder's reputation for creating well-balanced boats that excel in coastal cruising while remaining capable enough for longer passages. Her moderate displacement and fin keel configuration provide a good blend of performance and comfort, making her equally at home on weekend getaways or extended voyages along the coast. Like other Ericson designs from this era, the 35 2 features quality fiberglass construction and thoughtful interior arrangements that maximize the use of space below decks. The cockpit design emphasizes both sailing efficiency and relaxation, with good sightlines and comfortable seating arrangements. While production numbers were relatively modest compared to some contemporary designs, the Ericson 35 2 has earned respect among sailors who appreciate a boat that combines cruising comfort with respectable sailing performance, particularly in the varied conditions found along North America's coastal waters.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 34.67 ft / 10.57 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.83 ft / 7.87 m
Beam 10.00 ft / 3.05 m
Max Draft 4.92 ft / 1.50 m
Displacement 11,600.00 lb / 5,262 kg
Ballast 5,000.00 lb / 2,268 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 533.00 ft² / 49.52 m²
Headroom 6.17 ft / 1.88 m
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Bruce King
Builder Ericson Yachts
First Built 1969
Last Built 1981
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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
16.7
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
29.31
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
1.77
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. 6.81
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
1.72
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. 922.93
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 43.0
J (Foretriangle Base) 14.0
P (Mainsail Luff) 35.67
E (Mainsail Foot) 13.0
SA Fore 301.0
SA Main 231.86
How It Compares

vs. Bristol 35, Coronado 34, Fuji 35

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Dimensions
LOA
Ericson 35 2 ★
34.7 ft
Bristol 35
34.7 ft
Coronado 34
34.7 ft
Fuji 35
34.6 ft
LWL
Ericson 35 2 ★
25.8 ft
Bristol 35
23.8 ft
Coronado 34
28.2 ft
Fuji 35
26.0 ft
Beam
Ericson 35 2 ★
10.0 ft
Bristol 35
10.0 ft
Coronado 34
10.0 ft
Fuji 35
10.0 ft
Displacement
Ericson 35 2 ★
11 lbs
Bristol 35
12 lbs
Coronado 34
10 lbs
Fuji 35
16 lbs
Ballast
Ericson 35 2 ★
5 lbs
Bristol 35
5 lbs
Coronado 34
4 lbs
Fuji 35
5 lbs
Sail Area
Ericson 35 2 ★
533 sq ft
Bristol 35
529 sq ft
Coronado 34
521 sq ft
Fuji 35
538 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Ericson 35 2 ★
Bristol 35
189 s/nm
Coronado 34
174 s/nm
Fuji 35
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Ericson 35 2 ★
16.7
Bristol 35
15.8
Coronado 34
17.4
Fuji 35
13.4
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Ericson 35 2 ★
29.3
Bristol 35
33.3
Coronado 34
25.1
Fuji 35
41.1
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Ericson 35 2 ★
1.77
Bristol 35
1.73
Coronado 34
1.83
Fuji 35
1.58
Hull Speed
Ericson 35 2 ★
6.8 kts
Bristol 35
6.5 kts
Coronado 34
7.1 kts
Fuji 35
6.8 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Ericson 35 2 ★
1.7
Bristol 35
1.0
Coronado 34
2.6
Fuji 35
0.9
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