ARCONA 36
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 35.6 ft |
| LWL | 29.2 ft |
| Beam | 11.48 ft |
| Draft | 5.97 ft |
| Displacement | 13,228 lb |
| Ballast | 5,512.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.2 kn |
About the ARCONA 36
The Arcona 36 is a robust fractional sloop designed by Stefan Qviberg and built by Boo Marin in Sweden between 1986 and 1995. With a displacement of 13228.0 lb and a D/L ratio of 237.19, this vessel represents a heavy-displacement cruising design intended for serious offshore passage-making.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for experienced bluewater cruisers who prioritize safety, stability, and heavy-weather performance over high-speed planing or light-wind agility.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.95 and a comfort ratio of 25.46, the Arcona 36 exhibits strong offshore suitability, offering excellent stability and motion comfort in heavy seas.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include the Hallberg-Rassy 35 and the Nauticat 35, as they share similar heavy-displacement hull forms, fractional rigs, and a focus on traditional Scandinavian offshore cruising capabilities from the same era.
Performance
Estimated Value
Limited DataEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 35.6ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the ARCONA 36yet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
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