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Grand Soleil 34 Finot
Designer: Group Finot  ·  Builder: Cantiere Del Pardo (Ita)  ·  First built: 1972
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About the Grand Soleil 34 Finot

Designed by the renowned French naval architecture firm Finot-Conq, this 34-foot sailboat represents Grand Soleil's commitment to blending performance-oriented sailing with practical cruising capabilities. The collaboration with Finot brought sophisticated racing-derived design elements to a size that appeals to both competitive sailors and serious cruisers. This model showcases the hallmark characteristics of Finot's design philosophy, featuring clean lines and a hull form optimized for speed while maintaining stability in varying conditions. The boat's proportions suggest it's well-suited for coastal cruising and club racing, offering the versatility that modern sailors demand from a mid-sized yacht. Grand Soleil's Italian craftsmanship shines through in the construction quality, with attention to detail that the yard has become known for throughout its history. The partnership with Finot likely resulted in a sophisticated underbody design that maximizes sailing performance without sacrificing comfort or seaworthiness. For sailors seeking a boat capable of spirited weekend racing followed by comfortable coastal cruising, this model represents an intriguing option that bridges the gap between pure performance and practical usability, embodying the best of both French design innovation and Italian boatbuilding tradition.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 33.40 ft / 10.18 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 27.00 ft / 8.23 m
Beam 11.30 ft / 3.44 m
Max Draft 5.90 ft / 1.80 m
Displacement 9,900.00 lb / 4,491 kg
Ballast 3,527.00 lb / 1,600 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Group Finot
Builder Cantiere del Pardo (ITA)
First Built 1972
Last Built 1983
Number Built 300
Related Sailboats X 342 · Dehler 34 2 · J33 · Cs 34 · Contest 34S
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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
35.63
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
224.54
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. 6.54 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 23.15
P (Mainsail Luff) 665.00 ft² / 61.78 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 224.54
How It Compares

vs. Contest 34S, Cs 34, Dehler 34 2, J33, X 342

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Dimensions
LOA
Grand Soleil 34 Finot ★
33.4 ft
Contest 34S
33.5 ft
Cs 34
33.5 ft
Dehler 34 2
33.5 ft
J33
33.5 ft
X 342
33.5 ft
LWL
Grand Soleil 34 Finot ★
27.0 ft
Contest 34S
27.1 ft
Cs 34
27.7 ft
Dehler 34 2
30.5 ft
J33
28.0 ft
X 342
26.7 ft
Beam
Grand Soleil 34 Finot ★
11.3 ft
Contest 34S
11.0 ft
Cs 34
11.3 ft
Dehler 34 2
10.5 ft
J33
11.0 ft
X 342
10.8 ft
Displacement
Grand Soleil 34 Finot ★
9 lbs
Contest 34S
16 lbs
Cs 34
10 lbs
Dehler 34 2
9 lbs
J33
8 lbs
X 342
9 lbs
Ballast
Grand Soleil 34 Finot ★
3 lbs
Contest 34S
6 lbs
Cs 34
Dehler 34 2
3 lbs
J33
3 lbs
X 342
4 lbs
Sail Area
Grand Soleil 34 Finot ★
Contest 34S
Cs 34
Dehler 34 2
609 sq ft
J33
561 sq ft
X 342
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Grand Soleil 34 Finot ★
Contest 34S
Cs 34
Dehler 34 2
21.2
J33
22.3
X 342
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Grand Soleil 34 Finot ★
35.6 %
Contest 34S
40.6 %
Cs 34
Dehler 34 2
37.8 %
J33
X 342
46.7 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Grand Soleil 34 Finot ★
Contest 34S
37.1
Cs 34
Dehler 34 2
21.3
J33
17.3
X 342
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Grand Soleil 34 Finot ★
Contest 34S
1.71
Cs 34
Dehler 34 2
1.96
J33
2.19
X 342
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Grand Soleil 34 Finot ★
224
Contest 34S
381
Cs 34
221
Dehler 34 2
155
J33
X 342
216
Hull Speed
Grand Soleil 34 Finot ★
Contest 34S
7.0 kts
Cs 34
Dehler 34 2
7.4 kts
J33
7.1 kts
X 342
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Grand Soleil 34 Finot ★
Contest 34S
Cs 34
Dehler 34 2
3.7
J33
3.8
X 342
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