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Evasion 37 Beneteau
Designer: André Bénéteau  ·  Builder: Beneteau (Fra)  ·  First built: 1980
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About the Evasion 37 Beneteau

Built by French manufacturer Beneteau starting in 1980, the Evasion 37 represents a distinctive approach to mid-sized cruising sailboats with its masthead ketch rig configuration. Designed by André Bénéteau, this 37-footer stands out from typical sloop-rigged vessels of its era, offering sailors the versatility and balance that ketch rigs are known for. The boat's moderate displacement of 17,637 pounds and substantial ballast of 5,000 pounds create a stable platform well-suited for coastal cruising and extended passages. With a hull speed of 7.5 knots and generous sail area of 872 square feet, the Evasion 37 offers respectable performance while maintaining the comfort characteristics that made Beneteau's reputation in the cruising market. The keel/centerboard configuration provides an interesting blend of shallow-water accessibility and offshore capability, allowing access to harbors and anchorages that might challenge deeper-draft vessels. The boat's comfort ratio of 30.98 suggests a motion that favors stability over quick response, making it appealing for cruising couples or families who prioritize comfort during longer passages. The capsize screening formula of 1.81 indicates good stability characteristics appropriate for coastal and offshore sailing adventures.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 37.17 ft / 11.33 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 31.30 ft / 9.54 m
Beam 11.75 ft / 3.58 m
Max Draft 7.75 ft / 2.36 m
Min Draft 4.07 ft / 1.24 m
Displacement 17,637.00 lb / 8,000 kg
Ballast 5,000.00 lb / 2,268 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 872.00 ft² / 81.01 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Keel/Cbrd.
Rigging Type Masthead Ketch
Construction FG
Designer André Bénéteau
Builder Beneteau (FRA)
First Built 1980
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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
 20.67
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
 28.35
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
 256.77
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
 30.98
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
 1.81
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. 7.50 kn
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. 1,314.10 pounds/inch
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Perkins
Engine Model 4-108
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 40
Fuel Capacity 75 gals / 284 L
Water Capacity 150 gals / 568 L
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