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Maxi 35
Designer: Pelle Petterson  ·  Builder: Maxi Yachts  ·  First built: 1986
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About the Maxi 35

Designed for sailors seeking a balance between performance and comfort, this French-built cruiser-racer emerged during the 1980s era of production sailboats that emphasized both speed and livability. The Maxi 35 represents the classic approach to mid-size yacht design, where capable offshore characteristics meet club racing potential. Built with a moderate displacement hull and contemporary underbody design for its era, the boat exhibits the seaworthy qualities that made many European designs popular among serious cruising sailors. The cockpit layout prioritizes both racing efficiency and cruising comfort, with well-positioned winches and clear sight lines that serve equally well whether navigating crowded harbors or participating in weekend club races. While detailed specifications remain limited in modern databases, the Maxi 35's reputation among owners suggests solid construction quality typical of French boatbuilding standards. The interior arrangement maximizes the available space below decks, creating accommodations suitable for extended coastal cruising or weekend getaways. For sailors considering this model, the Maxi 35 appeals particularly to those wanting a capable boat that can handle varying conditions while remaining manageable for couples or small crews during both day sailing and longer passages.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 34.78 ft / 10.60 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 27.89 ft / 8.50 m
Beam 10.66 ft / 3.25 m
Max Draft 4.92 ft / 1.50 m
Displacement 11,684.00 lb / 5,300 kg
Ballast 5,071.00 lb / 2,300 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 495.14 ft² / 46.00 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Pelle Petterson
Builder Maxi Yachts
First Built 1986
Last Built 1991
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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
15.44
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
25.78
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
1.88
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. 7.08
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. 1.0
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