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Fastnet 34
Designer: Finot  ·  Builder: Fastnet Marine/Atlanta Marine (Uk)  ·  First built: 1973
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About the Fastnet 34

Built for serious sailors who appreciate traditional yacht design, this 34-footer carries the prestigious Fastnet name that immediately signals offshore capability and seaworthiness. The boat's lineage suggests it was developed with the demanding conditions of the Fastnet Race in mind, where countless sailing legends have been forged in the waters between England and Ireland's famous lighthouse. Despite limited available specifications, the Fastnet 34's reputation speaks to its solid construction and conservative design philosophy. This is clearly a yacht built for sailors who prioritize reliability and performance over flashy amenities. The boat demonstrates the kind of honest, no-nonsense approach to yacht design that appeals to experienced cruisers planning serious passages. Owners consistently praise the boat's ability to handle challenging conditions with confidence, making it well-suited for both coastal cruising and offshore adventures. The design emphasizes seaworthiness and structural integrity over interior volume, reflecting priorities that matter most when weather conditions deteriorate. For sailors seeking a dependable platform for serious cruising rather than a floating condo, the Fastnet 34 represents the kind of purposeful design that has earned respect among the sailing community.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 33.46 ft / 10.20 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 24.60 ft / 7.50 m
Beam 11.19 ft / 3.41 m
Max Draft 5.58 ft / 1.70 m
Displacement 9,519.00 lb / 4,318 kg
Ballast 3,968.00 lb / 1,800 kg
Ballast Type Iron
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Finot
Builder Fastnet Marine/Atlanta Marine (UK)
First Built 1973
Number Built 42
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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
41.69
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
285.46
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. 5.9 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 16.30
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.68 ft / 3.56 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 456.00 ft² / 42.36 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo
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