BACCHANT IV
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 35.7 ft |
| LWL | 26.08 ft |
| Beam | 9 ft |
| Draft | 4.89 ft |
| Displacement | 12,346 lb |
| Ballast | 5,181.6 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.8 kn |
About the BACCHANT IV
Dimensions from builders brochure (1967).
The Bacchant IV is a robust, full-keel cruiser designed by Knud H Reimers and built by Västerås Hardplast from 1964–1986, with a total production of 80 hulls. Its design emphasizes stability and comfort, reflected in a high displacement of 12346.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 35.28.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a stable, comfortable passage-making vessel, particularly those who value a traditional full-keel layout for ease of handling and storage.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.56 and a heavy displacement of 12346.0 lb, the Bacchant IV is well-suited for offshore passages, offering excellent stability and seakeeping in heavy weather.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Cal 35 and the Tartan 35, as they share similar displacement, full-keel designs, and a focus on comfortable cruising over high-performance racing.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 35.7ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the BACCHANT IVyet 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.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
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