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Tosca 36
Designer: Angelo Lavranos  ·  Builder: Tosca Marine (Sa)  ·  First built: 1979
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About the Tosca 36

Designed as a capable and comfortable cruising sailboat, the Tosca 36 appeals to sailors looking for a reliable offshore passage-maker with enough refinement for extended coastal adventures. Built with an emphasis on seaworthiness and livability, this vessel strikes a balance between performance and practicality that resonates with experienced cruisers seeking a boat they can confidently take beyond familiar waters. While detailed specifications on the Tosca 36 are limited in wider circulation, the design reflects the broader traditions of European bluewater cruising yachts, prioritizing stability, a comfortable interior layout, and a hull form suited to handling varied sea conditions. Sailors drawn to this boat typically value its purposeful construction and the sense that it was designed with genuine offshore use in mind rather than purely for marina appeal. For those researching the Tosca 36 on Keel Index, connecting with current owners and class communities is likely the best path to uncovering deeper insight into her sailing character, maintenance history, and long-term cruising performance — all valuable considerations before committing to a purchase.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 35.92 ft / 10.95 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 29.53 ft / 9.00 m
Beam 12.72 ft / 3.88 m
Max Draft 5.25 ft / 1.60 m
Displacement 13,448.00 lb / 6,100 kg
Ballast 5,291.00 lb / 2,400 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Angelo Lavranos
Builder Tosca Marine (SA)
First Built 1979
Related Sailboats Hunter 36 · S2 110 C · Sigma 36 Thomas · J36 Classic · Yamaha 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
39.34
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
233.14
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. 8.05 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 16.78
P (Mainsail Luff) 591.00 ft² / 54.91 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Diesel
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 25
Fuel Capacity 66 gals / 250 L
Water Capacity 92 gals / 348 L
How It Compares

vs. Hunter 36, J36 Classic, S2 110 C, Sigma 36 Thomas, Yamaha 36

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Dimensions
LOA
Tosca 36 ★
35.9 ft
Hunter 36
35.9 ft
J36 Classic
36.0 ft
S2 110 C
36.0 ft
Sigma 36 Thomas
36.0 ft
Yamaha 36
35.9 ft
LWL
Tosca 36 ★
29.5 ft
Hunter 36
29.5 ft
J36 Classic
30.5 ft
S2 110 C
28.3 ft
Sigma 36 Thomas
28.8 ft
Yamaha 36
29.1 ft
Beam
Tosca 36 ★
12.7 ft
Hunter 36
11.1 ft
J36 Classic
11.8 ft
S2 110 C
11.9 ft
Sigma 36 Thomas
11.5 ft
Yamaha 36
11.8 ft
Displacement
Tosca 36 ★
13 lbs
Hunter 36
13 lbs
J36 Classic
10 lbs
S2 110 C
16 lbs
Sigma 36 Thomas
12 lbs
Yamaha 36
12 lbs
Ballast
Tosca 36 ★
5 lbs
Hunter 36
6 lbs
J36 Classic
4 lbs
S2 110 C
6 lbs
Sigma 36 Thomas
Yamaha 36
5 lbs
Sail Area
Tosca 36 ★
Hunter 36
604 sq ft
J36 Classic
662 sq ft
S2 110 C
625 sq ft
Sigma 36 Thomas
605 sq ft
Yamaha 36
643 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Tosca 36 ★
Hunter 36
132 s/nm
J36 Classic
S2 110 C
Sigma 36 Thomas
Yamaha 36
117 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Tosca 36 ★
Hunter 36
17.1
J36 Classic
22.1
S2 110 C
15.8
Sigma 36 Thomas
18.2
Yamaha 36
19.1
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Tosca 36 ★
39.3 %
Hunter 36
44.4 %
J36 Classic
S2 110 C
Sigma 36 Thomas
Yamaha 36
44.7 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Tosca 36 ★
Hunter 36
27.0
J36 Classic
19.1
S2 110 C
29.8
Sigma 36 Thomas
23.9
Yamaha 36
23.2
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Tosca 36 ★
Hunter 36
1.86
J36 Classic
2.15
S2 110 C
1.90
Sigma 36 Thomas
1.99
Yamaha 36
2.04
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Tosca 36 ★
233
Hunter 36
234
J36 Classic
S2 110 C
Sigma 36 Thomas
232
Yamaha 36
228
Hull Speed
Tosca 36 ★
Hunter 36
7.3 kts
J36 Classic
7.4 kts
S2 110 C
7.1 kts
Sigma 36 Thomas
7.2 kts
Yamaha 36
7.2 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Tosca 36 ★
Hunter 36
2.3
J36 Classic
3.8
S2 110 C
1.5
Sigma 36 Thomas
2.5
Yamaha 36
2.6
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