Bruce Farr's design expertise shines through in this competitive one-design keelboat that emerged during the early 2000s racing scene. Built with serious racers in mind, this 36-footer represents the kind of purposeful sailing machine that helped establish Farr's reputation for creating fast, well-balanced designs that reward skilled crews. The boat's one-design configuration ensures close, competitive racing where crew skill and tactics matter more than equipment advantages. Its moderate displacement and sleek lines suggest strong performance in a variety of conditions, from light air tactical racing to more demanding offshore events. The design philosophy emphasizes speed and responsiveness while maintaining the kind of seaworthiness expected from a Farr yacht. While primarily conceived for racing, the boat's size and construction quality make it suitable for spirited coastal cruising and club racing programs. The Farr 36 OD attracted sailors looking for serious performance without the complexity and expense of larger racing yachts. Its balanced helm characteristics and predictable handling make it an excellent choice for competitive sailors wanting to hone their skills on a proven platform that delivers consistent performance across varying wind and sea conditions.
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What is the Farr 36 Od 2002's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Farr 36 Od 2002 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 24.82. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Farr 36 Od 2002's comfort ratio?
The Farr 36 Od 2002 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 11.63. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Farr 36 Od 2002 safe for offshore sailing?
The Farr 36 Od 2002 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.49. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Farr 36 Od 2002?
The theoretical hull speed of the Farr 36 Od 2002 is 7.67 knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Farr 36 Od 2002 weigh?
The Farr 36 Od 2002 has a displacement of 6,744.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 36.10 ft.
Who designed the Farr 36 Od 2002?
The Farr 36 Od 2002 was designed by Bruce Farr, first built in 2002.