Back to Search
Yachtcraft 37
Designer: Bruce King  ·  Builder: Islander Yachts/Freeport Yachts (Usa)  ·  First built: 1966
+ Add to Compare
About the Yachtcraft 37

Designed for sailors seeking a capable and comfortable bluewater cruiser, the Yachtcraft 37 represents a mid-size sailboat well-suited to coastal passages and offshore adventure alike. While detailed specifications for this model remain limited in published records, the Yachtcraft name points to a builder focused on delivering well-built, seaworthy vessels intended for serious sailing rather than purely weekend leisure. At this size range, a boat like the Yachtcraft 37 would typically offer a practical balance between performance and liveability, making it an attractive option for couples or small crews looking to extend their range beyond sheltered waters. Sailors researching this model would do well to seek out hull inspections and owner accounts, as firsthand experience often reveals the most useful information about a lesser-documented design. If you're considering a Yachtcraft 37, connecting with sailing forums, brokers who specialize in bluewater cruisers, and any available class or owner communities is strongly recommended. These sources can help fill in the gaps and give you a clearer picture of what life aboard this vessel truly looks like.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 37.00 ft / 11.28 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 28.33 ft / 8.63 m
Beam 10.83 ft / 3.30 m
Max Draft 5.40 ft / 1.65 m
Displacement 14,000.00 lb / 6,350 kg
Ballast 5,000.00 lb / 2,268 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Bruce King
Builder Islander Yachts/Freeport Yachts (USA)
First Built 1966
Owner Reviews

No owner reviews yet — be the first to share your experience with this boat.

Known Issues & What to Watch For

No known issues documented for this model yet.

Own or have surveyed a Yachtcraft 37? Submit a known issue

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
35.71
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
274.88
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. 6.57 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 16.72
J (Foretriangle Base) 14.50 ft / 4.42 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 605.00 ft² / 56.21 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 274.88
How It Compares

vs. Heritage 1 Ton, Islander 37, Landfall 38 Cc, Sailcrafter 36, Swan 371

This boat Similar boats
Dimensions
LOA
Yachtcraft 37 ★
37.0 ft
Heritage 1 Ton
37.0 ft
Islander 37
36.5 ft
Landfall 38 Cc
37.6 ft
Sailcrafter 36
35.8 ft
Swan 371
37.0 ft
LWL
Yachtcraft 37 ★
28.3 ft
Heritage 1 Ton
28.0 ft
Islander 37
28.3 ft
Landfall 38 Cc
30.2 ft
Sailcrafter 36
27.8 ft
Swan 371
29.7 ft
Beam
Yachtcraft 37 ★
10.8 ft
Heritage 1 Ton
12.0 ft
Islander 37
10.8 ft
Landfall 38 Cc
12.0 ft
Sailcrafter 36
10.5 ft
Swan 371
11.4 ft
Displacement
Yachtcraft 37 ★
14 lbs
Heritage 1 Ton
13 lbs
Islander 37
14 lbs
Landfall 38 Cc
16 lbs
Sailcrafter 36
13 lbs
Swan 371
16 lbs
Ballast
Yachtcraft 37 ★
5 lbs
Heritage 1 Ton
Islander 37
5 lbs
Landfall 38 Cc
6 lbs
Sailcrafter 36
4 lbs
Swan 371
5 lbs
Sail Area
Yachtcraft 37 ★
Heritage 1 Ton
653 sq ft
Islander 37
605 sq ft
Landfall 38 Cc
648 sq ft
Sailcrafter 36
556 sq ft
Swan 371
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Yachtcraft 37 ★
Heritage 1 Ton
Islander 37
153 s/nm
Landfall 38 Cc
Sailcrafter 36
Swan 371
120 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Yachtcraft 37 ★
Heritage 1 Ton
18.4
Islander 37
16.7
Landfall 38 Cc
15.9
Sailcrafter 36
15.9
Swan 371
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Yachtcraft 37 ★
35.7 %
Heritage 1 Ton
Islander 37
35.7 %
Landfall 38 Cc
38.9 %
Sailcrafter 36
34.6 %
Swan 371
35.4 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Yachtcraft 37 ★
Heritage 1 Ton
25.1
Islander 37
29.4
Landfall 38 Cc
29.1
Sailcrafter 36
29.8
Swan 371
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Yachtcraft 37 ★
Heritage 1 Ton
2.01
Islander 37
1.80
Landfall 38 Cc
1.88
Sailcrafter 36
1.78
Swan 371
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Yachtcraft 37 ★
274
Heritage 1 Ton
277
Islander 37
274
Landfall 38 Cc
271
Sailcrafter 36
277
Swan 371
273
Hull Speed
Yachtcraft 37 ★
Heritage 1 Ton
7.1 kts
Islander 37
7.1 kts
Landfall 38 Cc
7.4 kts
Sailcrafter 36
7.1 kts
Swan 371
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Yachtcraft 37 ★
Heritage 1 Ton
2.0
Islander 37
1.9
Landfall 38 Cc
1.9
Sailcrafter 36
1.8
Swan 371
Find a Yachtcraft 37 For Sale