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Tiburon 36
Designer: W.i.b. Crealock  ·  Builder: Cabo Rico  ·  First built: 1972
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About the Tiburon 36

Designed for sailors who want a capable and comfortable cruising experience, the Tiburon 36 is a mid-sized sloop that strikes a balance between offshore readiness and coastal enjoyment. While detailed specifications for this model remain relatively scarce, the Tiburon 36 carries a reputation as a solid bluewater-capable vessel suited to both extended passages and relaxed weekend sailing. The boat's design reflects the practical priorities of serious cruisers — a stable hull form, a well-protected cockpit, and enough interior volume to make life aboard genuinely livable. These characteristics make it an appealing option for couples or small crews looking to tackle longer voyages without sacrificing comfort at anchor. For those researching this model, the relative rarity of available data can make pre-purchase due diligence especially important. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek out existing owners through sailing forums and cruising communities, where firsthand accounts of the boat's performance and maintenance needs can offer valuable insight. A thorough survey from a qualified marine professional is strongly recommended before committing to any purchase of this vessel.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 36.20 ft / 11.03 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 29.25 ft / 8.92 m
Beam 11.42 ft / 3.48 m
Max Draft 5.00 ft / 1.52 m
Displacement 21,000.00 lb / 9,525 kg
Ballast 7,000.00 lb / 3,175 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Staysail Ketch
Construction FG
Designer W.I.B. Crealock
Builder Cabo Rico
First Built 1972
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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
33.33
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
374.62
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. 7.16 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 20.26
P (Mainsail Luff) 960.00 ft² / 89.19 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Chrysler/Nissian
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 20
How It Compares

vs. Columbia 36 Mii, Gozzard 31, Lancer 36

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Dimensions
LOA
Tiburon 36 ★
36.2 ft
Columbia 36 Mii
36.2 ft
Gozzard 31
36.2 ft
Lancer 36
36.2 ft
LWL
Tiburon 36 ★
29.3 ft
Columbia 36 Mii
27.8 ft
Gozzard 31
26.0 ft
Lancer 36
29.0 ft
Beam
Tiburon 36 ★
11.4 ft
Columbia 36 Mii
10.5 ft
Gozzard 31
11.0 ft
Lancer 36
11.8 ft
Displacement
Tiburon 36 ★
21 lbs
Columbia 36 Mii
13 lbs
Gozzard 31
12 lbs
Lancer 36
10 lbs
Ballast
Tiburon 36 ★
7 lbs
Columbia 36 Mii
5 lbs
Gozzard 31
4 lbs
Lancer 36
4 lbs
Sail Area
Tiburon 36 ★
Columbia 36 Mii
556 sq ft
Gozzard 31
607 sq ft
Lancer 36
558 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Tiburon 36 ★
Columbia 36 Mii
16.0
Gozzard 31
18.6
Lancer 36
18.7
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Tiburon 36 ★
33.3 %
Columbia 36 Mii
Gozzard 31
40.0 %
Lancer 36
38.1 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Tiburon 36 ★
Columbia 36 Mii
29.4
Gozzard 31
26.2
Lancer 36
19.6
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Tiburon 36 ★
Columbia 36 Mii
1.78
Gozzard 31
1.93
Lancer 36
2.15
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Tiburon 36 ★
374
Columbia 36 Mii
Gozzard 31
304
Lancer 36
192
Hull Speed
Tiburon 36 ★
Columbia 36 Mii
7.1 kts
Gozzard 31
6.8 kts
Lancer 36
7.2 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Tiburon 36 ★
Columbia 36 Mii
1.9
Gozzard 31
Lancer 36
3.0
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