BENETEAU 34
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 33.92 ft |
| LWL | 30.67 ft |
| Beam | 12 ft |
| Draft | 6.08 ft |
| Displacement | 12,566 lb |
| Ballast | 3,208.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.4 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 42.25 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 13.67 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 39.67 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 12.75 ft |
| FLforestay | 13.7 ft |
| Mainsail | 561.9 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 288.8 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 490.9 sq ft |
About the BENETEAU 34
Shallow draft vers: draft- 4.5' ballast - 3556 lbs. Similar to OCEANIS 34 built in France.
The Beneteau 34 is a fractional sloop designed by Finot / Conq Assoc. and built by Beneteau (USA) in 2008. With a displacement of 12566.0 lb and a beam of 12.0 ft, this model offers a balanced performance profile, though the exact number of hulls built remains unspecified in available records.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend racers who value a responsive, performance-oriented hull with modern fractional rigging. Its dimensions and ratios indicate it is well-suited for active sailors who prioritize sailing dynamics over heavy bluewater displacement.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.07 and a comfort ratio of 22.42, the Beneteau 34 is moderately capable offshore but is primarily designed for coastal cruising rather than extended bluewater passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau 36 and Hunter 34, as they share similar fractional sloop rigs and performance-oriented designs from the same era. They are comparable due to their focus on ease of handling and competitive sailing capabilities within the 30-35 ft range.
Performance
Estimated Value
Limited DataAsking price by model year
18 listings · boat years 2010–2015 · median $80,010
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 33.92ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
17 reported issues across 8 systems for the BENETEAU 34, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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