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Fantasia 37 Jeanneau
Designer: Groupe Finot  ·  Builder: Jeanneau  ·  First built: 1989
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About the Fantasia 37 Jeanneau

Jeanneau's Fantasia 37 represents the French builder's approach to creating an accessible cruising sailboat for sailors seeking comfort and performance in coastal waters. This 37-footer emerged during an era when Jeanneau was establishing itself as a dominant force in the production sailboat market, focusing on designs that balanced sailing capability with livable accommodations. The Fantasia line was conceived for cruising sailors who prioritize interior comfort without sacrificing sailing characteristics. With its moderate displacement and thoughtful sail plan, the Fantasia 37 delivers predictable handling that builds confidence for weekend coastal adventures and extended cruising. The boat's European styling reflects Jeanneau's commitment to combining practical deck layouts with attractive aesthetics. Below deck, the Fantasia 37 maximizes living space through clever interior design, offering amenities that make extended time aboard genuinely comfortable. The accommodation plan typically emphasizes social spaces while providing adequate privacy for couples or small families. This model appeals particularly to sailors transitioning from smaller boats or those seeking a reliable platform for exploring coastal waters. The Fantasia 37's reputation centers on its user-friendly nature and solid construction quality, making it a sensible choice for cruising sailors prioritizing comfort and ease of handling.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 37.40 ft / 11.40 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 32.48 ft / 9.90 m
Beam 12.47 ft / 3.80 m
Max Draft 6.07 ft / 1.85 m
Displacement 15,432 lb / 7,000 kg
Ballast 5,512 lb / 2,500 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 699 ft² / 64.96 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Groupe Finot
Builder Jeanneau
First Built 1989
Last Built 1994
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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
18.01
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
35.72
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
201.06
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. 8.68 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 15.55
J (Foretriangle Base) 14.80 ft / 4.51 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 634.00 ft² / 58.90 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 281.80
How It Compares

vs. Bavaria 370, Catalina 375, Hunter 37 Legend, Moody 38 Eclipse, Pearson 37 2

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Dimensions
LOA
Fantasia 37 Jeanneau ★
37.4 ft
Bavaria 370
37.4 ft
Catalina 375
37.5 ft
Hunter 37 Legend
37.5 ft
Moody 38 Eclipse
37.5 ft
Pearson 37 2
37.4 ft
LWL
Fantasia 37 Jeanneau ★
32.5 ft
Bavaria 370
32.5 ft
Catalina 375
32.0 ft
Hunter 37 Legend
31.3 ft
Moody 38 Eclipse
32.2 ft
Pearson 37 2
29.6 ft
Beam
Fantasia 37 Jeanneau ★
12.5 ft
Bavaria 370
12.5 ft
Catalina 375
13.0 ft
Hunter 37 Legend
12.8 ft
Moody 38 Eclipse
13.0 ft
Pearson 37 2
12.3 ft
Displacement
Fantasia 37 Jeanneau ★
15 lbs
Bavaria 370
16 lbs
Catalina 375
15 lbs
Hunter 37 Legend
14 lbs
Moody 38 Eclipse
16 lbs
Pearson 37 2
16 lbs
Ballast
Fantasia 37 Jeanneau ★
5 lbs
Bavaria 370
5 lbs
Catalina 375
6 lbs
Hunter 37 Legend
6 lbs
Moody 38 Eclipse
6 lbs
Pearson 37 2
6 lbs
Sail Area
Fantasia 37 Jeanneau ★
699 sq ft
Bavaria 370
699 sq ft
Catalina 375
660 sq ft
Hunter 37 Legend
704 sq ft
Moody 38 Eclipse
645 sq ft
Pearson 37 2
661 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Fantasia 37 Jeanneau ★
Bavaria 370
Catalina 375
113 s/nm
Hunter 37 Legend
108 s/nm
Moody 38 Eclipse
Pearson 37 2
102 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Fantasia 37 Jeanneau ★
18.0
Bavaria 370
17.5
Catalina 375
17.0
Hunter 37 Legend
18.6
Moody 38 Eclipse
16.2
Pearson 37 2
16.7
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Fantasia 37 Jeanneau ★
35.7 %
Bavaria 370
35.6 %
Catalina 375
40.0 %
Hunter 37 Legend
40.3 %
Moody 38 Eclipse
40.0 %
Pearson 37 2
37.5 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Fantasia 37 Jeanneau ★
Bavaria 370
25.2
Catalina 375
23.2
Hunter 37 Legend
Moody 38 Eclipse
24.4
Pearson 37 2
27.3
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Fantasia 37 Jeanneau ★
Bavaria 370
1.98
Catalina 375
2.09
Hunter 37 Legend
Moody 38 Eclipse
2.06
Pearson 37 2
1.96
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Fantasia 37 Jeanneau ★
201
Bavaria 370
209
Catalina 375
211
Hunter 37 Legend
216
Moody 38 Eclipse
217
Pearson 37 2
275
Hull Speed
Fantasia 37 Jeanneau ★
Bavaria 370
7.6 kts
Catalina 375
7.6 kts
Hunter 37 Legend
Moody 38 Eclipse
7.6 kts
Pearson 37 2
7.3 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Fantasia 37 Jeanneau ★
Bavaria 370
Catalina 375
Hunter 37 Legend
Moody 38 Eclipse
2.4
Pearson 37 2
1.9
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