BAVARIA 36
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 37.89 ft |
| LWL | 30.84 ft |
| Beam | 12.07 ft |
| Draft | 6.07 ft |
| Displacement | 11,817 lb |
| Ballast | 3,924.4 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.4 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 42.33 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 12.96 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 39 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 13.1 ft |
| FLforestay | 13 ft |
| Mainsail | 333.68 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 348.75 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 466.3 sq ft |
About the BAVARIA 36
Re-named the BAVARIA 37 (2000). Sail area above = Battened main + genoa - Battened main: 31 m² / 333.68 ft² - Roller furling main: 26 m² / 279.86 ft² - Genoa: 32.4 m² / 348.75 ft²
The Bavaria 36 is a masthead sloop designed by J&J Design and built by Bavaria Yachts in Germany from 1998 to 2000. With a displacement of 11817.0 lb and a beam of 12.07 ft, this model represents a specific era of German production, though the exact total hulls built is not specified in the available data.
- Best for:
- This vessel is well-suited for coastal cruisers and families seeking a comfortable, spacious interior with modern amenities, as evidenced by the prevalence of bimini installations and galley upgrades like Webasto stoves.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.12 and a displacement of 11817.0 lb, the Bavaria 36 is primarily designed for coastal cruising rather than heavy offshore passage-making, though its fin keel and masthead rig provide adequate stability for protected waters.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from this era include the Beneteau First 36 and the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36, which share similar beam dimensions and cabin layouts, though the Bavaria's specific J&J Design hull form offers a distinct balance of performance and comfort.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(40 certificates)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.2 | 7.2 |
| 60° | 5.3 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.4 | 7.5 |
| 75° | 5.6 | 6.5 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.9 |
| 90° | 5.5 | 6.5 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 7.9 | 8.3 |
| 110° | 5.3 | 6.5 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.3 | 9.0 |
| 120° | 5.1 | 6.3 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.3 | 9.2 |
| 135° | 4.6 | 5.7 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.9 |
| 150° | 3.9 | 5.0 | 5.8 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 8.0 |
| Beat VMG | 3.3 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.8 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Run VMG | 3.4 | 4.3 | 5.1 | 5.7 | 6.1 | 6.7 | 7.4 |
Estimated Value
High ConfidenceAsking price by model year
83 listings · boat years 1998–2023 · median $60,372
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 37.89ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
4 reported issues across 2 systems for the BAVARIA 36, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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