CHEOY LEE 35
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 34.83 ft |
| LWL | 27.08 ft |
| Beam | 11.17 ft |
| Draft | 5.33 ft |
| Displacement | 14,300 lb |
| Ballast | 5,199.5 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.0 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 45.5 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 14.5 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 40.4 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 11.6 ft |
| FLforestay | 14.5 ft |
| Mainsail | 582.9 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 329.9 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 560.8 sq ft |
| SA total | 605.5 sq ft |
About the CHEOY LEE 35
Available as a Ketch. Sail area: 605.5 ft² / 56.25 m²
Designed by Robert Perry and built by Cheoy Lee Shipyard Ltd.(HK) from 1979–1983, the Cheoy Lee 35 is a robust cruising sloop with 70 hulls produced. Its heavy displacement of 14300.0 lb and high comfort ratio of 30.21 reflect a design prioritizing stability and seakeeping over pure speed.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal and offshore cruisers who value a solid, motion-dampened ride and are prepared for significant maintenance, particularly regarding structural integrity and mechanical systems.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.84 and substantial ballast of 5199.5 lb, the boat is inherently stable for offshore passages, though its bluewater readiness depends heavily on addressing critical structural and mechanical wear.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other heavy-displacement fin-keel sloops from the late 1970s and early 1980s, such as the Cal 34 or O'Day 36, due to similar beam (11.17 ft) and displacement characteristics that favor comfort in chop.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 34.83ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
22 reported issues across 9 systems for the CHEOY LEE 35, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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