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Fuji 35
Designer: John G. Alden Inc.  ·  Builder: Fuji Yacht Builders (Jap)  ·  First built: 1973
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About the Fuji 35

Built by Japan's Fuji Yacht Builders from 1973 to 1982, this classic staysail ketch represents a thoughtful approach to offshore cruising design from the renowned John G. Alden Inc. design house. The 34.58-foot vessel embodies traditional sailing virtues with its long keel configuration and substantial 16,302-pound displacement, creating a sea-kindly platform well-suited for extended coastal and offshore passages. The staysail ketch rig provides excellent balance and sail handling versatility, allowing crew to reduce sail area progressively in deteriorating conditions while maintaining control. With 538 square feet of working sail area and a comfortable 13.44 SA/Displacement ratio, the boat offers respectable performance without sacrificing stability. The impressive 41.05 comfort ratio indicates exceptional motion comfort in seaway conditions, while the conservative 1.58 capsize screening value reflects inherent safety margins valued by serious cruising sailors. The long keel design, while limiting maneuverability in tight quarters, provides directional stability and protects the rudder and propeller. This configuration, combined with nearly 6,000 pounds of ballast, creates a forgiving platform for less experienced crews while offering the structural integrity needed for blue water adventures. The Fuji 35 appeals to traditionalists seeking proven offshore capability over racing performance.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 34.58 ft / 10.54 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 26.00 ft / 7.92 m
Beam 10.00 ft / 3.05 m
Max Draft 5.00 ft / 1.52 m
Displacement 16,302.00 lb / 7,394 kg
Ballast 5,960.00 lb / 2,703 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 538.00 ft² / 49.98 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Staysail Ketch
Construction FG
Designer John G. Alden Inc.
Builder Fuji Yacht Builders (JAP)
First Built 1973
Last Built 1982
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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
 13.44
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
 36.56
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
 414.07
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
 41.05
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
 1.58
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. 6.83 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
 0.88
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. 929.01 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. 13.44
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 41.00 ft / 12.50 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 15.50 ft / 4.72 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 36.40 ft / 11.09 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 12.10 ft / 3.69 m
SA Fore 317.75 ft² / 29.52 m²
SA Main 220.22 ft² / 20.46 m²
SA Total (100%) 537.97 ft² / 49.98 m²
Est. Forestay Length 43.83 ft / 13.36 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Westerbeke
Engine Type Diesel
Fuel Capacity 40 gals / 151 L
Water Capacity 60 gals / 227 L
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