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Garrett 36
Designer: Bruce Farr  ·  Builder: Garrett Marine (Usa)  ·  First built: 1982
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About the Garrett 36

Bruce Farr's design expertise shines through in this performance-oriented cruiser from the early 1980s, when the New Zealand naval architect was establishing his reputation for fast, seaworthy sailing yachts. Built by Garrett Marine starting in 1982, this 36-footer represents the era's evolution toward more modern underbodies and sailing characteristics. The fin keel and spade rudder configuration delivers responsive handling and solid windward performance, while the fractional sloop rig provides excellent sail control and versatility. With a moderate displacement of 11,500 pounds and generous sail area, the design strikes an appealing balance between cruising comfort and spirited sailing performance. The boat's low comfort ratio of 18.96 indicates a relatively stiff, quick motion that favors active sailors over those seeking an ultra-comfortable ride. However, the capsize screening value of 2.26 suggests good stability characteristics for coastal and offshore sailing. The hull's 7.30-knot theoretical hull speed and sail-area-to-displacement ratio of 20.17 point to lively performance in moderate conditions. This Farr design suits sailors seeking a capable coastal cruiser with racing potential, offering the kind of balanced performance that made 1980s designs enduringly popular among enthusiasts who appreciate both comfort and speed.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 36.00 ft / 10.97 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 29.70 ft / 9.05 m
Beam 12.75 ft / 3.89 m
Max Draft 6.70 ft / 2.04 m
Displacement 11,500.00 lb / 5,216 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 640.00 ft² / 59.46 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Bruce Farr
Builder Garrett Marine (USA)
First 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
 20.17
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
 195.97
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
 18.96
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
 2.26
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. 7.30 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
 3.11
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. 1,353.05 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. 20.16
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 42.20 ft / 12.86 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 13.10 ft / 3.99 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 44.30 ft / 13.50 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 16.40 ft / 5.00 m
SA Fore 276.41 ft² / 25.68 m²
SA Main 363.26 ft² / 33.75 m²
SA Total (100%) 639.67 ft² / 59.43 m²
Est. Forestay Length 44.19 ft / 13.47 m
How It Compares

vs. Farr 1104, S2 110 C, Sigma 362

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Dimensions
LOA
Garrett 36 ★
36.0 ft
Farr 1104
36.0 ft
S2 110 C
36.0 ft
Sigma 362
36.0 ft
LWL
Garrett 36 ★
29.7 ft
Farr 1104
28.5 ft
S2 110 C
28.3 ft
Sigma 362
28.0 ft
Beam
Garrett 36 ★
12.8 ft
Farr 1104
11.9 ft
S2 110 C
11.9 ft
Sigma 362
11.5 ft
Displacement
Garrett 36 ★
11 lbs
Farr 1104
8 lbs
S2 110 C
16 lbs
Sigma 362
12 lbs
Ballast
Garrett 36 ★
—
Farr 1104
3 lbs
S2 110 C
6 lbs
Sigma 362
5 lbs
Sail Area
Garrett 36 ★
640 sq ft
Farr 1104
631 sq ft
S2 110 C
625 sq ft
Sigma 362
—
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Garrett 36 ★
20.2
Farr 1104
24.3
S2 110 C
15.8
Sigma 362
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Garrett 36 ★
19.0
Farr 1104
15.8
S2 110 C
29.8
Sigma 362
—
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Garrett 36 ★
2.26
Farr 1104
2.34
S2 110 C
1.90
Sigma 362
—
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Garrett 36 ★
195
Farr 1104
—
S2 110 C
—
Sigma 362
252
Hull Speed
Garrett 36 ★
7.3 kts
Farr 1104
7.2 kts
S2 110 C
7.1 kts
Sigma 362
—
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Garrett 36 ★
3.1
Farr 1104
4.1
S2 110 C
1.5
Sigma 362
—
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