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Malo 37
Designer: Leif Ängermark  ·  Builder: Malo Yachts (Swe)  ·  First built: 2007
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About the Malo 37

Swedish builder Malo Yachts introduced this elegant 37-footer in 2007, designed by Leif Ängermark to embody the Nordic tradition of robust, seaworthy cruising boats. Built with meticulous attention to detail and premium materials, the Malo 37 represents the builder's commitment to creating vessels capable of handling demanding coastal and offshore sailing conditions. The design features a modern fin keel with bulb and spade rudder configuration, paired with a fractional sloop rig that provides excellent sailing performance across varied conditions. With a displacement of 17,860 pounds and ballast of 5,954 pounds, this yacht strikes an appealing balance between stability and responsiveness. The comfortable 30.5 comfort ratio indicates generous accommodations without sacrificing sailing ability, while the capsize screening formula of 1.81 confirms its offshore capability. Malo's reputation for exceptional build quality and thoughtful engineering makes this model particularly attractive to serious cruising sailors who prioritize reliability and craftsmanship. The boat's proportions and specifications suggest it excels at extended coastal cruising and offshore passages, offering the kind of confidence-inspiring performance that Malo owners have come to expect from this respected Swedish yard.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 37.83 ft / 11.53 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 31.92 ft / 9.73 m
Beam 11.83 ft / 3.61 m
Max Draft 5.92 ft / 1.80 m
Displacement 17,860.00 lb / 8,101 kg
Ballast 5,954.00 lb / 2,701 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 673.00 ft² / 62.52 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Leif Ängermark
Builder Malo Yachts (SWE)
First Built 2007
Associations Malö Yachts (Sweden)
Related Sailboats ["Najad 380" · "Hallberg Rassy 38" · "Cr 371" · "Cr 380 Ds" · "Sabre 38"]
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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
 15.82
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
 33.34
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
 245.16
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
 30.5
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. 7.57 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
 2.1
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. 1,349.25 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. 15.81
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 48.06 ft / 14.65 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 13.62 ft / 4.15 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 45.28 ft / 13.80 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 15.26 ft / 4.65 m
SA Fore 327.29 ft² / 30.41 m²
SA Main 345.49 ft² / 32.10 m²
SA Total (100%) 672.78 ft² / 62.50 m²
Est. Forestay Length 49.95 ft / 15.22 m
Mast Height (DWL) 56.25 ft / 17.15 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Yanmar
Engine Model 3 JH4
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 39
Fuel Capacity 66 gals / 250 L
Water Capacity 106 gals / 401 L
How It Compares

vs. Cr 371, Cr 380 Ds, Hallberg Rassy 38

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Dimensions
LOA
Malo 37 ★
37.8 ft
Cr 371
37.9 ft
Cr 380 Ds
37.7 ft
Hallberg Rassy 38
38.0 ft
LWL
Malo 37 ★
31.9 ft
Cr 371
30.5 ft
Cr 380 Ds
32.0 ft
Hallberg Rassy 38
31.2 ft
Beam
Malo 37 ★
11.8 ft
Cr 371
10.6 ft
Cr 380 Ds
11.9 ft
Hallberg Rassy 38
11.4 ft
Displacement
Malo 37 ★
17 lbs
Cr 371
12 lbs
Cr 380 Ds
16 lbs
Hallberg Rassy 38
18 lbs
Ballast
Malo 37 ★
5 lbs
Cr 371
5 lbs
Cr 380 Ds
6 lbs
Hallberg Rassy 38
8 lbs
Sail Area
Malo 37 ★
673 sq ft
Cr 371
688 sq ft
Cr 380 Ds
839 sq ft
Hallberg Rassy 38
651 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Malo 37 ★
15.8
Cr 371
20.2
Cr 380 Ds
20.4
Hallberg Rassy 38
14.8
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Malo 37 ★
33.3 %
Cr 371
42.2 %
Cr 380 Ds
40.3 %
Hallberg Rassy 38
43.5 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Malo 37 ★
30.5
Cr 371
25.9
Cr 380 Ds
28.7
Hallberg Rassy 38
34.0
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Malo 37 ★
1.81
Cr 371
1.82
Cr 380 Ds
1.86
Hallberg Rassy 38
1.72
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Malo 37 ★
245
Cr 371
201
Cr 380 Ds
231
Hallberg Rassy 38
276
Hull Speed
Malo 37 ★
7.6 kts
Cr 371
7.4 kts
Cr 380 Ds
7.6 kts
Hallberg Rassy 38
7.5 kts
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