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Falcon 34 Westerly
Designer: Ed Dubois  ·  Builder: Westerly Marine Ltd. (Uk)  ·  First built: 1985
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About the Falcon 34 Westerly

Designed by renowned naval architect Ed Dubois, this British-built cruiser represents Westerly Marine's commitment to producing capable bluewater sailboats during the mid-1980s. With only 68 hulls produced between 1985 and 1988, the Falcon 34 has become a relatively rare find on the used boat market. The yacht's moderate displacement of 12,588 pounds and substantial ballast ratio provide excellent stability for coastal and offshore cruising. Her fin keel with spade rudder configuration delivers responsive handling while maintaining the directional stability that offshore sailors appreciate. The masthead sloop rig offers versatility for various wind conditions, making her well-suited for extended cruising adventures. At 33.67 feet overall with a 27-foot waterline, she strikes an appealing balance between interior volume and sailing performance. The fiberglass construction reflects Westerly's reputation for solid, seaworthy vessels that can handle challenging conditions. Her comfort ratio of 23.85 suggests a motion that's neither too quick nor uncomfortably slow in seaway conditions. The Falcon 34's theoretical hull speed of 6.96 knots indicates respectable passage-making ability, while her moderate beam of 12.25 feet provides adequate interior space without compromising sailing characteristics. This makes her an excellent choice for serious cruising sailors seeking a proven offshore design.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 33.67 ft / 10.26 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 27.00 ft / 8.23 m
Beam 12.25 ft / 3.73 m
Max Draft 4.92 ft / 1.50 m
Displacement 12,588.00 lb / 5,710 kg
Ballast 5,733.00 lb / 2,600 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Ed Dubois
Builder Westerly Marine Ltd. (UK)
First Built 1985
Last Built 1988
Number Built 68
Associations Westerly Owners Association
Related Sailboats ["Hallberg Rassy 34" · "Pearson 34" · "S2 103" · "Tartan 33" · "Friendship 33"]
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Performance Ratios
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
 45.54
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
 285.51
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
 23.85
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
 2.11
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. 6.96 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. 1,181.81 pounds/inch
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Volvo
Engine Model 2003
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 28
Fuel Capacity 42 gals / 159 L
Water Capacity 77 gals / 291 L
How It Compares

vs. Pearson 34, S2 103, Tartan 33

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Dimensions
LOA
Falcon 34 Westerly ★
33.7 ft
Pearson 34
33.8 ft
S2 103
33.8 ft
Tartan 33
33.7 ft
LWL
Falcon 34 Westerly ★
27.0 ft
Pearson 34
28.1 ft
S2 103
28.0 ft
Tartan 33
28.8 ft
Beam
Falcon 34 Westerly ★
12.3 ft
Pearson 34
11.2 ft
S2 103
11.3 ft
Tartan 33
11.0 ft
Displacement
Falcon 34 Westerly ★
12 lbs
Pearson 34
11 lbs
S2 103
10 lbs
Tartan 33
10 lbs
Ballast
Falcon 34 Westerly ★
5 lbs
Pearson 34
4 lbs
S2 103
4 lbs
Tartan 33
4 lbs
Sail Area
Falcon 34 Westerly ★
—
Pearson 34
550 sq ft
S2 103
564 sq ft
Tartan 33
531 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Falcon 34 Westerly ★
—
Pearson 34
144 s/nm
S2 103
—
Tartan 33
153 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Falcon 34 Westerly ★
—
Pearson 34
17.6
S2 103
18.9
Tartan 33
18.4
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Falcon 34 Westerly ★
23.9
Pearson 34
23.4
S2 103
21.5
Tartan 33
21.0
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Falcon 34 Westerly ★
2.11
Pearson 34
2.00
S2 103
2.07
Tartan 33
2.04
Hull Speed
Falcon 34 Westerly ★
7.0 kts
Pearson 34
7.1 kts
S2 103
7.1 kts
Tartan 33
7.2 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Falcon 34 Westerly ★
—
Pearson 34
2.5
S2 103
2.8
Tartan 33
3.0
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