CARTER 3/4 TON
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 33 ft |
| LWL | 26 ft |
| Beam | 10.9 ft |
| Draft | 5.3 ft |
| Displacement | 10,910 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.8 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 42.4 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 14.2 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 38 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 10.3 ft |
| FLforestay | 14.2 ft |
| Mainsail | 512.4 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 301 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 511.8 sq ft |
About the CARTER 3/4 TON
The CARTER 3/4 TON (aka CARTER 32) (built in USA) is a different design from the CARTER 33.
Designed by Dick Carter and built by Scheel Marine (USA), the Carter 3/4 Ton is a rare, heavy-displacement cruiser with only 11 hulls built in 1975. Its substantial 10910.0 lb displacement and 277.11 D/L ratio reflect a design prioritizing seakeeping and comfort over speed.
- Best for:
- This boat suits experienced coastal cruisers and bluewater adventurers who value a solid, motion-dampened ride and are willing to manage the maintenance demands of a vintage, low-production vessel.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low 1.97 capsize ratio and high comfort ratio of 24.91, the Carter 3/4 Ton is well-suited for offshore passages, provided the structural integrity of the keel and deck is verified.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other 1970s heavy-displacement American designs like the Tartan 34 or O'Day 36, these boats share similar beam-to-length ratios and fin-keel configurations aimed at offshore stability.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(2 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° | 4.9 | 5.7 | 6.2 | 6.4 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.6 |
| 60° | 5.1 | 5.9 | 6.3 | 6.5 | 6.6 | 6.7 | 6.8 |
| 75° | 5.2 | 6.0 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 6.8 | 6.9 | 7.1 |
| 90° | 5.1 | 6.0 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 6.9 | 7.1 | 7.3 |
| 110° | 5.1 | 6.1 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.6 |
| 120° | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.9 |
| 135° | 4.5 | 5.6 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 8.0 |
| 150° | 3.9 | 4.9 | 5.8 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.7 |
| Beat VMG | 3.2 | 3.9 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.7 |
| Run VMG | 3.4 | 4.3 | 5.0 | 5.7 | 6.2 | 6.6 | 7.2 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 33ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
11 reported issues across 7 systems for the CARTER 3/4 TON, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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