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Us 35
Designer: Stan Huntingford  ·  Builder: Us Yachts  ·  First built: 1979
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About the Us 35

Designed as a versatile performance cruiser, the US 35 represents a capable mid-size sailboat that appeals to sailors looking for a balanced blend of comfort and responsiveness on the water. Built with coastal and offshore cruising in mind, this design offers enough stability and seakeeping ability to handle a range of conditions, from relaxed weekend passages to more ambitious bluewater adventures. While detailed specifications for the US 35 are limited in available records, the boat carries a reputation as a well-rounded platform suited to both experienced sailors and those stepping up to a larger vessel. Her hull form and overall proportions suggest a design philosophy that prioritizes ease of handling without sacrificing sailing performance, making her a practical choice for short-handed crews or family sailing. Prospective buyers researching the US 35 may find that examples vary in outfitting depending on the era of production and previous ownership, so a thorough survey is especially recommended. For sailors seeking a dependable cruiser with genuine offshore capability, the US 35 is a model worth investigating further.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 35.25 ft / 10.74 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 28.50 ft / 8.69 m
Beam 12.00 ft / 3.66 m
Max Draft 5.83 ft / 1.78 m
Displacement 13,250.00 lb / 6,010 kg
Ballast 5,250.00 lb / 2,381 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 561.00 ft² / 52.12 m²
Headroom 6.33 ft / 1.93 m
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Stan Huntingford
Builder US Yachts
First Built 1979
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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
 16.09
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
 24.51
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. 7.15
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
 2.04
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
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 45.5
J (Foretriangle Base) 15.0
P (Mainsail Luff) 40.0
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.0
SA Fore 341.25
SA Main 220.0
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