Designed by renowned Swedish naval architect Nils-Eric Olafsson and built by Scanyacht Ab beginning in 2001, this 37-footer represents Scandinavian yacht design at its finest. The Scanner 361 combines performance-oriented characteristics with practical cruising capabilities, making it an excellent choice for both spirited coastal sailing and comfortable weekend getaways. The boat's modern fin keel with bulb and spade rudder configuration delivers responsive handling and impressive pointing ability, while the fractional sloop rig provides excellent sail control and balance. With a displacement of 12,346 pounds and 4,630 pounds of ballast, the Scanner 361 offers a reassuring feel in challenging conditions without sacrificing performance in lighter winds. Her moderate comfort ratio of 23.36 suggests a boat that favors performance over heavy cruising accommodations, while the capsize screening formula of 1.92 indicates good stability characteristics for coastal and near-offshore sailing. The sail area to displacement ratio of 20.05 positions this yacht in the sweet spot between pure racer and cruiser, offering brisk performance without overwhelming less experienced crews. Built with quality fiberglass construction typical of Swedish builders, the Scanner 361 has earned respect for its solid build quality and seaworthy design philosophy.
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What is the Scanner 361's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Scanner 361 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 20.05. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Scanner 361's comfort ratio?
The Scanner 361 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 23.36. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Scanner 361 safe for offshore sailing?
The Scanner 361 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.92. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Scanner 361?
The theoretical hull speed of the Scanner 361 is 7.52 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Scanner 361 weigh?
The Scanner 361 has a displacement of 12,346.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 36.97 ft.
Who designed the Scanner 361?
The Scanner 361 was designed by Nils-Eric Olafsson, first built in 2001.