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Frigate 36 Cc
Designer: C&C  ·  Builder: Belleville Marine (Can)  ·  First built: 1968
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About the Frigate 36 Cc

Designed by the renowned Canadian firm C&C and built by Belleville Marine in 1968, this 35.67-foot sailboat represents classic late-1960s design philosophy with a focus on performance cruising. With only 36 hulls produced, the Frigate 36 Cc remains a relatively rare find in today's market, making it an intriguing option for sailors seeking something distinctive. The boat's masthead sloop rig and fiberglass construction reflect the era's transition toward modern materials and efficient sail plans. Her keel/centerboard configuration offers versatility, allowing access to shallow waters while maintaining the stability and tracking of a keeled hull in deeper conditions. The substantial ballast-to-displacement ratio of nearly 45% provides excellent stability and sea-keeping capabilities. With a moderate displacement of 11,575 pounds and 511 square feet of sail area, this boat strikes a balance between cruising comfort and sailing performance. The comfort ratio of 29.19 suggests she'll provide a relatively comfortable motion in seaways, while the capsize screening formula of 1.81 indicates good stability characteristics suitable for coastal cruising and potentially light offshore work. Her hull speed of 6.62 knots is typical for this size range, making her well-suited for weekend cruising and club racing alike.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 35.67 ft / 10.87 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 24.42 ft / 7.44 m
Beam 10.20 ft / 3.11 m
Max Draft 7.16 ft / 2.18 m
Min Draft 3.58 ft / 1.09 m
Displacement 11,575.00 lb / 5,250 kg
Ballast 5,200.00 lb / 2,359 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 511.00 ft² / 47.47 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Keel/Cbrd.
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer C&C
Builder Belleville Marine (CAN)
First Built 1968
Number Built 36
Related Sailboats ["Cc 36 1" · "Invader 36 Cc" · "Columbia 36" · "Cascade 36" · "Challenger 35 Usa"]
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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
 16.03
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
 44.92
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
 354.84
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
 29.19
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. 6.62 kn
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
 1.31
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. 890.00 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 16.03
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 42.42 ft / 12.93 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 13.33 ft / 4.06 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 36.50 ft / 11.13 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 12.50 ft / 3.81 m
SA Fore 282.73 ft² / 26.27 m²
SA Main 228.13 ft² / 21.19 m²
SA Total (100%) 510.86 ft² / 47.46 m²
Est. Forestay Length 44.47 ft / 13.55 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Universal
Engine Model Atomic 4
Engine Type Gas
Fuel Capacity 18 gals / 68 L
Water Capacity 25 gals / 95 L
How It Compares

vs. Cascade 36, Columbia 36, Invader 36 Cc

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Dimensions
LOA
Frigate 36 Cc ★
35.7 ft
Cascade 36
35.6 ft
Columbia 36
35.8 ft
Invader 36 Cc
35.8 ft
LWL
Frigate 36 Cc ★
24.4 ft
Cascade 36
28.9 ft
Columbia 36
27.8 ft
Invader 36 Cc
24.3 ft
Beam
Frigate 36 Cc ★
10.2 ft
Cascade 36
10.0 ft
Columbia 36
10.5 ft
Invader 36 Cc
9.2 ft
Displacement
Frigate 36 Cc ★
11 lbs
Cascade 36
12 lbs
Columbia 36
12 lbs
Invader 36 Cc
10 lbs
Ballast
Frigate 36 Cc ★
5 lbs
Cascade 36
4 lbs
Columbia 36
5 lbs
Invader 36 Cc
3 lbs
Sail Area
Frigate 36 Cc ★
511 sq ft
Cascade 36
590 sq ft
Columbia 36
556 sq ft
Invader 36 Cc
529 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Frigate 36 Cc ★
—
Cascade 36
150 s/nm
Columbia 36
162 s/nm
Invader 36 Cc
—
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Frigate 36 Cc ★
16.0
Cascade 36
17.6
Columbia 36
17.0
Invader 36 Cc
17.7
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Frigate 36 Cc ★
44.9 %
Cascade 36
35.5 %
Columbia 36
—
Invader 36 Cc
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Frigate 36 Cc ★
29.2
Cascade 36
29.1
Columbia 36
26.8
Invader 36 Cc
30.8
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Frigate 36 Cc ★
1.81
Cascade 36
1.73
Columbia 36
1.84
Invader 36 Cc
1.67
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Frigate 36 Cc ★
354
Cascade 36
231
Columbia 36
—
Invader 36 Cc
—
Hull Speed
Frigate 36 Cc ★
6.6 kts
Cascade 36
7.2 kts
Columbia 36
7.1 kts
Invader 36 Cc
6.6 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Frigate 36 Cc ★
1.3
Cascade 36
2.4
Columbia 36
2.2
Invader 36 Cc
1.5
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