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Oe 36
Designer: Olle Enderlein  ·  Builder: Crown Yachts  ·  First built: 1970
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About the Oe 36

A relatively obscure entry in the sailing world, the Oe 36 is a sailboat that remains something of a mystery due to limited publicly available documentation and specifications. What can be inferred from its designation suggests a mid-sized monohull likely suited to coastal and inshore cruising, offering a practical platform for sailors seeking a capable and manageable vessel for day sailing or weekend passages. Without a well-established production history or widespread fleet presence, the Oe 36 may appeal to buyers who value discovering lesser-known designs that occasionally offer solid value compared to more prominent marques. Prospective purchasers should approach any example with thorough due diligence, including a professional survey, as documentation and parts availability could prove more challenging than with mainstream production boats. For those drawn to the Oe 36, researching builder history, original design intent, and any existing owner communities will be essential steps before committing to a purchase. Connecting with previous owners or regional brokers familiar with the model is strongly recommended to build a clearer picture of this boat's true character and capabilities on the water.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 36.32 ft / 11.07 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 27.66 ft / 8.43 m
Beam 10.27 ft / 3.13 m
Max Draft 5.91 ft / 1.80 m
Displacement 12,800.00 lb / 5,806 kg
Ballast 5,510.00 lb / 2,499 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 472.00 ft² / 43.85 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/rudder on partial skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Olle Enderlein
Builder Crown Yachts
First Built 1970
Last Built 1983
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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
13.85
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
29.38
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
1.76
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. 7.05
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
1.7
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
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 41.1
J (Foretriangle Base) 13.1
P (Mainsail Luff) 36.42
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.15
SA Fore 269.21
SA Main 203.04
How It Compares

vs. J/36, Lancer 36, Pearson 365

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Dimensions
LOA
Oe 36 ★
36.3 ft
J/36
36.3 ft
Lancer 36
36.2 ft
Pearson 365
36.4 ft
LWL
Oe 36 ★
27.7 ft
J/36
30.0 ft
Lancer 36
29.0 ft
Pearson 365
30.0 ft
Beam
Oe 36 ★
10.3 ft
J/36
11.3 ft
Lancer 36
11.8 ft
Pearson 365
11.4 ft
Displacement
Oe 36 ★
12 lbs
J/36
11 lbs
Lancer 36
10 lbs
Pearson 365
17 lbs
Ballast
Oe 36 ★
5 lbs
J/36
4 lbs
Lancer 36
4 lbs
Pearson 365
7 lbs
Sail Area
Oe 36 ★
472 sq ft
J/36
600 sq ft
Lancer 36
558 sq ft
Pearson 365
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Oe 36 ★
J/36
84 s/nm
Lancer 36
131 s/nm
Pearson 365
210 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Oe 36 ★
13.9
J/36
19.5
Lancer 36
18.7
Pearson 365
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Oe 36 ★
J/36
38.2 %
Lancer 36
38.1 %
Pearson 365
41.2 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Oe 36 ★
29.4
J/36
29.1
Lancer 36
19.6
Pearson 365
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Oe 36 ★
1.76
J/36
1.65
Lancer 36
2.15
Pearson 365
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Oe 36 ★
J/36
138
Lancer 36
192
Pearson 365
292
Hull Speed
Oe 36 ★
7.1 kts
J/36
8.6 kts
Lancer 36
7.2 kts
Pearson 365
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Oe 36 ★
1.7
J/36
Lancer 36
3.0
Pearson 365
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