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Sigma 362
Designer: David Thomas  ·  Builder: Sigma Yachts (Uk)  ·  First built: 1983
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About the Sigma 362

Designed as a capable and versatile British cruiser-racer, the Sigma 362 earned a loyal following among sailors who wanted a boat that could perform competitively on the race course without sacrificing comfort for weekend cruising. Built during the era when the Sigma range was establishing itself as a respected name in British sailing, the 362 reflects the practical design philosophy that made the series popular around the UK's coastal waters and beyond. With its balanced hull form and responsive sailing characteristics, the Sigma 362 suits owners looking to tackle coastal passages, club racing, and relaxed offshore sailing in equal measure. The boat carries the Sigma reputation for being accessible to a range of skill levels while still rewarding experienced helms who want to push it harder. Its manageable size makes it practical for short-handed sailing, and its seakindly nature suits the often challenging conditions found around British and Irish waters. For buyers researching a used example, the Sigma 362's active class association and established community offer good support, making it an appealing choice for those entering the cruiser-racer market.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 36.00 ft / 10.97 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 28.00 ft / 8.53 m
Beam 11.50 ft / 3.51 m
Max Draft 6.08 ft / 1.85 m
Displacement 12,400.00 lb / 5,625 kg
Ballast 5,160.00 lb / 2,341 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer David Thomas
Builder Sigma Yachts (UK)
First Built 1983
Related Sailboats ["S2 110 C" · "Sabre 36" · "Cs 36 Merlin" · "C&C 36" · "Frers 36"]
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Performance Ratios
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
41.61
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
252.17
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. 6.9 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 17.80
J (Foretriangle Base) 13.33 ft / 4.06 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 594.00 ft² / 55.18 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 252.17
How It Compares

vs. C&C 36, Cs 36 Merlin, Sabre 36

This boat Similar boats
Dimensions
LOA
Sigma 362 ★
36.0 ft
C&C 36
36.0 ft
Cs 36 Merlin
36.0 ft
Sabre 36
36.0 ft
LWL
Sigma 362 ★
28.0 ft
C&C 36
Cs 36 Merlin
29.2 ft
Sabre 36
29.3 ft
Beam
Sigma 362 ★
11.5 ft
C&C 36
Cs 36 Merlin
11.5 ft
Sabre 36
11.3 ft
Displacement
Sigma 362 ★
12 lbs
C&C 36
Cs 36 Merlin
13 lbs
Sabre 36
13 lbs
Ballast
Sigma 362 ★
5 lbs
C&C 36
Cs 36 Merlin
5 lbs
Sabre 36
5 lbs
Sail Area
Sigma 362 ★
C&C 36
Cs 36 Merlin
608 sq ft
Sabre 36
610 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Sigma 362 ★
C&C 36
132 s/nm
Cs 36 Merlin
126 s/nm
Sabre 36
144 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Sigma 362 ★
C&C 36
Cs 36 Merlin
17.7
Sabre 36
17.5
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Sigma 362 ★
41.6 %
C&C 36
Cs 36 Merlin
43.0 %
Sabre 36
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Sigma 362 ★
C&C 36
Cs 36 Merlin
24.9
Sabre 36
25.9
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Sigma 362 ★
C&C 36
Cs 36 Merlin
1.96
Sabre 36
1.91
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Sigma 362 ★
252
C&C 36
Cs 36 Merlin
233
Sabre 36
Hull Speed
Sigma 362 ★
C&C 36
Cs 36 Merlin
7.2 kts
Sabre 36
7.3 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Sigma 362 ★
C&C 36
Cs 36 Merlin
2.4
Sabre 36
2.4
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