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Sabre 34 2
Designer: Roger Hewson/Sabre  ·  Builder: Sabre Yachts  ·  First built: 1986
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About the Sabre 34 2

Building on Sabre Yachts' reputation for refined coastal cruising boats, the Sabre 34 Mark II represents an evolution of the yard's popular mid-size offering. This moderate displacement cruiser embodies the Maine builder's philosophy of creating seaworthy vessels that balance performance with comfort for serious coastal and offshore sailing. Sabre's commitment to quality construction shines through in the 34 Mark II's solid fiberglass hull and well-engineered deck layout. The boat features the yard's characteristic attention to detail, with thoughtful ergonomics that make single-handed sailing manageable while providing enough cockpit space for entertaining at anchor. Below decks, the interior showcases Sabre's traditional joinery work, creating a warm and functional living space that maximizes the available volume. Known for their ability to handle challenging conditions with confidence, Sabre yachts have earned respect among experienced sailors who appreciate predictable sailing characteristics and robust construction. The 34 Mark II continues this tradition, offering a platform well-suited for extended coastal cruising, weekend getaways, and occasional offshore passages. While not designed as a pure performance boat, it delivers a satisfying sailing experience with the reliability that defines the Sabre brand.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 34.17 ft / 10.42 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 28.25 ft / 8.61 m
Beam 11.17 ft / 3.40 m
Max Draft 6.00 ft / 1.83 m
Displacement 11,500.00 lb / 5,216 kg
Ballast 4,600.00 lb / 2,087 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 541.00 ft² / 50.26 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Roger Hewson/Sabre
Builder Sabre Yachts
First Built 1986
Last Built 1991
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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
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
17.05
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
23.79
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
1.98
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. 7.12
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
2.4
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) 44.7
J (Foretriangle Base) 13.75
P (Mainsail Luff) 39.1
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.9
SA Fore 307.31
SA Main 232.65
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