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Moody 346
Designer: Bill Dixon  ·  Builder: Marine Projects Ltd.  ·  First built: 1986
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About the Moody 346

Built during Moody's era of quality British yacht construction, this 34-foot sailboat represents the builder's commitment to comfortable coastal cruising with respectable sailing performance. Moody developed a strong reputation for creating well-balanced boats that prioritize livability without sacrificing seaworthiness, and the 346 continues this tradition. The design emphasizes practical cruising capabilities, making it well-suited for extended coastal passages and weekend sailing adventures. Like other Moody models from this period, the 346 likely features a moderate displacement hull that provides a comfortable motion in typical sailing conditions while maintaining reasonable performance in light to moderate winds. The cockpit and deck layout prioritize ease of handling, with thoughtful placement of winches and controls that allow for short-handed sailing. Below decks, Moody's reputation for maximizing interior volume while maintaining structural integrity suggests a well-appointed cabin with good headroom and practical storage solutions. This model appeals to sailors seeking a reliable, comfortable cruiser that can handle coastal waters with confidence. The Moody 346 represents solid British boatbuilding values, offering durability and seaworthiness for sailors who prioritize comfort and safety over pure racing performance.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 34.50 ft / 10.52 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 27.92 ft / 8.51 m
Beam 11.58 ft / 3.53 m
Max Draft 5.00 ft / 1.52 m
Displacement 11,200.00 lb / 5,080 kg
Ballast 4,500.00 lb / 2,041 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Bill Dixon
Builder Marine Projects Ltd.
First Built 1986
Last Built 1990
Number Built 254
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
156
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
40.18
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
229.73
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. 6.93 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 16.61
J (Foretriangle Base) 13.67 ft / 4.17 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 518.00 ft² / 48.12 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Thornycroft
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 35
Fuel Capacity 40 gals / 151 L
Water Capacity 48 gals / 182 L
How It Compares

vs. Jeanneau 342, Pearson 34 2, Tartan 34 2

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Dimensions
LOA
Moody 346 ★
34.5 ft
Jeanneau 342
34.5 ft
Pearson 34 2
34.5 ft
Tartan 34 2
34.4 ft
LWL
Moody 346 ★
27.9 ft
Jeanneau 342
29.5 ft
Pearson 34 2
28.2 ft
Tartan 34 2
28.8 ft
Beam
Moody 346 ★
11.6 ft
Jeanneau 342
11.8 ft
Pearson 34 2
11.5 ft
Tartan 34 2
11.0 ft
Displacement
Moody 346 ★
11 lbs
Jeanneau 342
12 lbs
Pearson 34 2
11 lbs
Tartan 34 2
11 lbs
Ballast
Moody 346 ★
4 lbs
Jeanneau 342
4 lbs
Pearson 34 2
4 lbs
Tartan 34 2
4 lbs
Sail Area
Moody 346 ★
Jeanneau 342
570 sq ft
Pearson 34 2
550 sq ft
Tartan 34 2
538 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Moody 346 ★
156 s/nm
Jeanneau 342
Pearson 34 2
146 s/nm
Tartan 34 2
174 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Moody 346 ★
Jeanneau 342
16.8
Pearson 34 2
17.0
Tartan 34 2
17.5
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Moody 346 ★
40.2 %
Jeanneau 342
35.1 %
Pearson 34 2
Tartan 34 2
40.0 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Moody 346 ★
Jeanneau 342
23.2
Pearson 34 2
23.5
Tartan 34 2
23.0
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Moody 346 ★
Jeanneau 342
2.04
Pearson 34 2
2.02
Tartan 34 2
1.97
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Moody 346 ★
229
Jeanneau 342
217
Pearson 34 2
Tartan 34 2
204
Hull Speed
Moody 346 ★
Jeanneau 342
7.3 kts
Pearson 34 2
7.1 kts
Tartan 34 2
7.2 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Moody 346 ★
Jeanneau 342
Pearson 34 2
2.3
Tartan 34 2
2.7
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