Designed by renowned Dutch naval architect E.G. van de Stadt and built by Tyler Boat Company in the UK starting in 1963, this classic 36-footer represents solid British craftsmanship from the early days of fiberglass construction. Van de Stadt's expertise in creating seaworthy designs shines through in the Excalibur's well-balanced proportions and purposeful layout. With a fin keel and spade rudder configuration, the boat offers responsive handling and good windward performance while maintaining the stability expected from a moderate displacement cruiser weighing 13,500 pounds. The substantial ballast ratio provides excellent stability, making this a confidence-inspiring platform for coastal cruising and extended offshore passages. The masthead sloop rig with 610 square feet of sail area delivers respectable performance without being overpowering, while the comfort ratio of 33.75 indicates a boat that prioritizes seaworthiness over pure speed. The low capsize screening value of 1.67 reflects van de Stadt's emphasis on creating inherently stable designs suitable for serious cruising. This classic represents an era when boats were built to last, offering today's sailors a proven design with traditional sailing characteristics ideal for those seeking a sturdy, reliable cruising companion capable of handling diverse sailing conditions.
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What is the Excalibur 36's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Excalibur 36 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 17.28. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Excalibur 36's comfort ratio?
The Excalibur 36 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 33.75. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Excalibur 36 safe for offshore sailing?
The Excalibur 36 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.67. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Excalibur 36?
The theoretical hull speed of the Excalibur 36 is 6.87 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Excalibur 36 weigh?
The Excalibur 36 has a displacement of 13,500.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 36.00 ft.
Who designed the Excalibur 36?
The Excalibur 36 was designed by E. G. Van De Stadt, first built in 1963.