C&C 34/36
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 35.5 ft |
| LWL | 30.83 ft |
| Beam | 11.58 ft |
| Draft | 7.2 ft |
| Displacement | 12,000 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.4 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 48.67 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 14.83 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 42.5 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 14.5 ft |
| FLforestay | 14.8 ft |
| Mainsail | 693.7 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 360.9 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 613.5 sq ft |
About the C&C 34/36
See C&C 34+R. Available in three versions: The "+" version is the 'racer-cruiser'. Wing keel option: Draft: 5.00'/1.52m Disp.: 12525 lbs./5681 kgs The "R" is a more race oriented version with a deeper keel. An "XL" version, introduced later, was meant to combine the "R" performance with the cruising interior. See C&C 34+R.
Designed by Robert Ball and built by C&C Yachts in 1989, the C&C 34/36 is a performance-oriented cruising sloop with a displacement of 12000.0 lb. While the exact hull count is unspecified, this model represents a specific iteration within the C&C lineup, characterized by a masthead sloop rig and a comfort ratio of 22.04.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend racers who prioritize speed and handling over heavy offshore comfort, given its moderate displacement and relatively low comfort ratio.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.03 and a displacement of 12000.0 lb, the boat is capable of offshore passages, but its fin keel and moderate comfort ratio suggest it is better suited for protected waters than heavy ocean voyaging.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Cal 34 and O'Day 36, which share similar beam dimensions and cruising-oriented layouts from the late 1980s, though the C&C typically offers superior performance metrics.
Direct variants of the C&C 34/36
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)
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 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 3.9 | 5.3 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.3 |
| 60° | 4.1 | 5.5 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.5 |
| 75° | 4.3 | 5.6 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.8 |
| 90° | 4.1 | 5.5 | 6.4 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.2 |
| 110° | 4.0 | 5.5 | 6.6 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.3 | 8.4 |
| 120° | 3.9 | 5.3 | 6.4 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 8.7 | 9.1 |
| 135° | 3.4 | 4.8 | 6.0 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.9 | 10.1 |
| 150° | 2.8 | 4.1 | 5.2 | 6.2 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.4 | 9.4 |
| Beat VMG | 2.5 | 3.5 | 4.2 | 4.7 | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Run VMG | 2.4 | 3.5 | 4.5 | 5.3 | 6.1 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 7.8 | 8.4 |
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the C&C 34/36 yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 35.5ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
5 reported issues across 3 systems for the C&C 34/36, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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