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Stern 37
Designer: Peter Bosgraaf  ·  Builder: Pijnen Jachtbouw  ·  First built: 2002
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About the Stern 37

Produced by the French builder Chantiers Stern, the Stern 37 is a cruising sailboat that reflects the practical, seaworthy design philosophy common to French production builders of its era. Designed with comfort and capable passage-making in mind, this vessel suits sailors looking for a reliable bluewater or coastal cruiser that balances liveability with solid offshore performance. While detailed specifications for the Stern 37 are limited in available records, the boat's size places it in a versatile range well suited to extended coastal voyaging and offshore passages for a small crew or couple. French production cruisers from this period were typically built with an emphasis on interior volume, straightforward sail plans, and dependable seakeeping characteristics — traits the Stern 37 is broadly associated with. For buyers researching this model, the relative scarcity of documentation means hands-on inspection and connecting with existing owners or French sailing communities will be especially valuable. Those who do track down a Stern 37 often find a sturdy, unpretentious cruiser that rewards careful maintenance with dependable service across a range of sailing conditions.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 37.24 ft / 11.35 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 33.30 ft / 10.15 m
Beam 12.17 ft / 3.71 m
Max Draft 6.89 ft / 2.10 m
Displacement 13,889.12 lb / 6,300 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 796.53 ft² / 74.00 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional (7/8) Sloop
Construction GRP
Designer Peter Bosgraaf
Builder Pijnen Jachtbouw
First Built 2002
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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
22.14
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
22.32
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
2.03
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. 7.73
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. 1.0
How It Compares

vs. Bavaria 370, Hanse 385, Malo 36

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Dimensions
LOA
Stern 37 ★
37.2 ft
Bavaria 370
37.4 ft
Hanse 385
37.4 ft
Malo 36
37.2 ft
LWL
Stern 37 ★
33.3 ft
Bavaria 370
32.5 ft
Hanse 385
34.1 ft
Malo 36
31.0 ft
Beam
Stern 37 ★
12.2 ft
Bavaria 370
12.5 ft
Hanse 385
12.7 ft
Malo 36
11.4 ft
Displacement
Stern 37 ★
13 lbs
Bavaria 370
16 lbs
Hanse 385
16 lbs
Malo 36
16 lbs
Ballast
Stern 37 ★
Bavaria 370
5 lbs
Hanse 385
4 lbs
Malo 36
6 lbs
Sail Area
Stern 37 ★
796 sq ft
Bavaria 370
699 sq ft
Hanse 385
724 sq ft
Malo 36
785 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Stern 37 ★
Bavaria 370
Hanse 385
89 s/nm
Malo 36
144 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Stern 37 ★
22.1
Bavaria 370
17.5
Hanse 385
17.8
Malo 36
19.1
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Stern 37 ★
Bavaria 370
35.6 %
Hanse 385
29.0 %
Malo 36
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Stern 37 ★
22.3
Bavaria 370
25.2
Hanse 385
24.9
Malo 36
31.1
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Stern 37 ★
2.03
Bavaria 370
1.98
Hanse 385
1.99
Malo 36
1.78
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Stern 37 ★
Bavaria 370
209
Hanse 385
188
Malo 36
Hull Speed
Stern 37 ★
7.7 kts
Bavaria 370
7.6 kts
Hanse 385
7.8 kts
Malo 36
7.5 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Stern 37 ★
Bavaria 370
Hanse 385
2.9
Malo 36
2.0
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