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Spirit 37 Mcmillan

Fractional Sloop · Fin W/Bulb & Spade Rudder

Designed by Sean Mcmillan · Built by Spirit Yachts (Uk) · First built 1994

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LOA 37.07 ft  ·  Beam 6.99 ft  ·  Displacement 4,850.17 lb  ·  Sail Area 486.00 ft²  ·  Fractional Sloop  ·  Fin W/Bulb & Spade Rudder
About the Spirit 37 Mcmillan Sailboat

Designed by Sean McMillan and built by the renowned British yard Spirit Yachts from 1994 to 2005, this elegant 37-footer represents traditional wooden boatbuilding at its finest. Spirit Yachts has earned international recognition for their exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail, making any vessel from their yard a coveted addition to discerning sailors' fleets. The Spirit 37's fractional sloop rig and modern fin keel with bulb and spade rudder configuration deliver impressive performance characteristics. With a sail area to displacement ratio of 27.22, she offers spirited sailing ability while maintaining excellent stability through her 2,205-pound ballast. The comfortable 19.2 comfort ratio indicates this yacht strikes an ideal balance between performance and livability. Her modest 9-horsepower auxiliary engine and 5.48-foot draft make her well-suited for exploring shallow coastal waters and intimate anchorages. The capsize screening formula of 1.65 suggests good offshore capabilities, though her design intent leans toward coastal cruising and club racing rather than extended ocean passages. Built during Spirit Yachts' formative years, the Spirit 37 McMillan showcases the yard's commitment to combining classical aesthetics with contemporary sailing performance, making her equally at home on the race course or weekend cruise.

Dimensions & Specifications
LOA (Length Overall) 37.07 ft / 11.30 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.92 ft / 7.90 m
Beam 6.99 ft / 2.13 m
Max Draft 5.48 ft / 1.67 m
Displacement 4,850.17 lb / 2,200 kg
Ballast 2,204.62 lb / 1,000 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 486.00 ft² / 45.15 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction Wood
Designer Sean McMillan
Builder Spirit Yachts (UK)
First Built 1994
Last Built 2005
Related Sailboats X 372 · J/37 · Swan 371 · Oyster 37 Heritage · Baltic 37
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Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Yanmar
Engine Model 1GM10
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 9
Fuel Capacity 7 gals / 25 L
Water Capacity 13 gals / 50 L
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Spirit 37 Mcmillan's sail area to displacement ratio?

The Spirit 37 Mcmillan has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 27.22. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.

What is the Spirit 37 Mcmillan's comfort ratio?

The Spirit 37 Mcmillan has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 19.2. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.

Is the Spirit 37 Mcmillan safe for offshore sailing?

The Spirit 37 Mcmillan has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.65. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.

What is the hull speed of the Spirit 37 Mcmillan?

The theoretical hull speed of the Spirit 37 Mcmillan is 6.82 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.

How much does a Spirit 37 Mcmillan weigh?

The Spirit 37 Mcmillan has a displacement of 4,850.17 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 37.07 ft.

Who designed the Spirit 37 Mcmillan?

The Spirit 37 Mcmillan was designed by Sean Mcmillan, first built in 1994.