Built by the respected French yard Wauquiez from 1987 to 1994, this Dubois-designed 36-footer represents a thoughtful approach to performance cruising. With only 35 hulls produced during its seven-year run, the Centurion 36 offers exclusivity alongside proven French construction quality. The yacht's moderate displacement of 16,094 pounds and fin keel configuration with spade rudder deliver responsive handling while maintaining the stability needed for serious offshore work. Her masthead sloop rig carries 902 square feet of sail area, providing a healthy sail area-to-displacement ratio of 22.72 that ensures lively performance in light to moderate conditions. The hull speed of 7.19 knots reflects her waterline length of 28.81 feet, making passage times respectable for a cruising-oriented design. Notable for its low comfort ratio of 28.35, this boat leans toward the sportier end of the cruising spectrum, appealing to sailors who prioritize sailing performance over maximum interior volume. The capsize screening value of 1.96 indicates good seaworthiness for coastal and offshore passages. Dubois's reputation for creating elegant, seaworthy designs combined with Wauquiez's renowned construction standards makes the Centurion 36 an attractive option for discerning cruisers seeking a capable, well-built vessel.
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What is the Centurion 36's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Centurion 36 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 22.72. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Centurion 36's comfort ratio?
The Centurion 36 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 28.35. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Centurion 36 safe for offshore sailing?
The Centurion 36 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.96. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Centurion 36?
The theoretical hull speed of the Centurion 36 is 7.19 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Centurion 36 weigh?
The Centurion 36 has a displacement of 16,094.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 35.73 ft.
Who designed the Centurion 36?
The Centurion 36 was designed by Dubois, first built in 1987.