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Tartan 37 Hood
Designer: Ted Hood  ·  Builder: Douglas & Mcleod (Usa)  ·  First built: 1965
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About the Tartan 37 Hood

Hood Sailboats collaborated with Tartan Marine to produce this distinctive 37-foot sailboat during the late 1970s, combining Hood's renowned sail-making expertise with Tartan's reputation for quality fiberglass construction. This partnership created a vessel that emphasizes performance-oriented cruising with competitive sailing capabilities. Built with Tartan's characteristic attention to detail and robust construction methods, the Tartan 37 Hood features clean lines and a well-balanced design that appeals to sailors seeking both comfort and speed. The boat's moderate displacement and thoughtful hull design make it well-suited for coastal cruising and club racing, offering responsive handling without sacrificing seaworthiness. The interior layout prioritizes functionality while maintaining the comfortable accommodations expected from a cruising yacht of this size. Quality joinery work and practical storage solutions reflect Tartan's commitment to creating boats that serve well as both weekend cruisers and extended voyage platforms. This model represents an interesting chapter in sailboat manufacturing history, showcasing the successful collaboration between a legendary sail maker and an established boatbuilder. For sailors considering a well-built vintage yacht with proven sailing characteristics, the Tartan 37 Hood offers an appealing combination of heritage craftsmanship and reliable performance.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 37.00 ft / 11.28 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.50 ft / 7.77 m
Beam 10.50 ft / 3.20 m
Max Draft 5.08 ft / 1.55 m
Displacement 14,600.00 lb / 6,622 kg
Ballast 4,200.00 lb / 1,905 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Yawl
Construction FG
Designer Ted Hood
Builder Douglas & McLeod (USA)
First Built 1965
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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
28.77
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
393.08
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. 5.74 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 17.58
J (Foretriangle Base) 14.00 ft / 4.27 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 654.00 ft² / 60.76 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Universal
Engine & Accommodations
Water Capacity 95 gals / 360 L
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