CHATAM 37

About the CHATAM 37

Also available with cutter rig. Specs above are for aluminum hull with swing keel. Available with fixed keel. Draft: 1.5m - displacement: 7,500 kg - ballast: 2,100 kg Steel hull: - Swing keel displacement: 9,400 kg - Swing keel ballast: 2,000 kg - Fixed keel displacement: 8,700 kg - Fixed keel ballast: 1,700 kg Sail area above = furling Genoa + main. Furling Genoa = 50 m² Main = 30 m² Staysail or jib = 20 m²

The Chatam 37 is a robust cruising sloop designed by Gilbert Caroff and built starting in 1998. With a displacement of 18078.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 26.4, it is engineered for stability and seakeeping, though the exact total hulls built remains unconfirmed in available data.

Best for:

This boat suits experienced coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize heavy displacement comfort and proven offshore capability over high-speed planing. It is well-suited for couples or small families seeking a reliable, well-equipped platform for extended passages.

Bluewater capability:

With a low capsize ratio of 1.95 and a displacement of 18078.0 lb, the Chatam 37 demonstrates strong inherent stability and offshore suitability, supported by owner reports of extensive bluewater equipment like watermakers and solar panels.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include the Hallberg-Rassy 37 and the Tartan 37, as they share similar heavy-displacement characteristics and offshore-oriented hull forms from the same era. The Chatam distinguishes itself with its specific Caroff design lineage and variable keel options.