Designed by the legendary Scottish naval architecture firm G.L. Watson & Co. Ltd., this masthead ketch represents a classic approach to offshore cruising from the mid-1970s. Built by D.M. Russell Marine in the UK starting in 1975, the Jura 35 Ms embodies traditional British yacht design principles with modern fiberglass construction. The yacht's long keel configuration and substantial displacement of 24,000 pounds, combined with 10,000 pounds of ballast, create exceptional stability and seaworthiness for extended offshore passages. Her comfortable 38.22 comfort ratio indicates excellent motion characteristics in rough seas, while the conservative 1.81 capsize screening formula reflects inherent safety margins that serious cruising sailors appreciate. The masthead ketch rig offers versatility in sail handling and balance, particularly valuable for shorthanded sailing or when carrying reduced sail in heavy weather. With a hull speed of 7.43 knots, this isn't a boat built for racing but rather for safe, comfortable passage-making across oceans or extended coastal cruising. Watson's design heritage shines through in the yacht's seakindly hull form and proven seaworthiness. For sailors seeking a traditional, well-built cruising yacht capable of handling serious offshore work, the Jura 35 Ms delivers time-tested reliability over flashy performance.
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What is the Jura 35 Ms's comfort ratio?
The Jura 35 Ms has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 38.22. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Jura 35 Ms safe for offshore sailing?
The Jura 35 Ms has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.81. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Jura 35 Ms?
The theoretical hull speed of the Jura 35 Ms is 7.43 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Jura 35 Ms weigh?
The Jura 35 Ms has a displacement of 24,000.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 34.50 ft.
Who designed the Jura 35 Ms?
The Jura 35 Ms was designed by G. L. Watson & Co. Ltd., first built in 1975.