CONTRAST 36
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 36.09 ft |
| LWL | 30.51 ft |
| Beam | 10.83 ft |
| Draft | 6.14 ft |
| Displacement | 10,976 lb |
| Ballast | 4,928.2 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.4 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 35.5 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 13.4 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 42.6 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 12.8 ft |
| FLforestay | 13.4 ft |
| Mainsail | 532.3 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 237.9 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 404.3 sq ft |
About the CONTRAST 36
The Contrast 36 is a fractional sloop designed by Rolf Magnusson and built by Contrastbåtar, with production records indicating a build year of 1983 and an unknown total hull count. This Swedish-built cruiser features a displacement of 10976.0 lb and a beam of 10.83 ft, reflecting a design philosophy focused on comfort and stability.
- Best for:
- This vessel is well-suited for coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable platform for weekend getaways or short offshore passages, given its moderate comfort ratio of 22.07.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.95 and a displacement of 10976.0 lb, the Contrast 36 exhibits strong offshore potential, though its single build year suggests limited production scale for widespread bluewater fleet data.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from this era include other Scandinavian designs like the Hallberg-Rassy 36 or Nautor's Swan 36, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and heavy displacement characteristics aimed at balanced performance.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(5 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° | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.5 | 6.8 | 6.9 | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| 60° | 5.3 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.1 | 7.1 | 7.2 |
| 75° | 5.6 | 6.5 | 6.9 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.6 |
| 90° | 5.5 | 6.4 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.9 |
| 110° | 5.4 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.3 |
| 120° | 5.2 | 6.3 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.6 |
| 135° | 4.7 | 5.7 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.5 |
| 150° | 3.9 | 4.9 | 5.9 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 8.1 |
| Beat VMG | 3.3 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.9 |
| Run VMG | 3.4 | 4.3 | 5.1 | 5.9 | 6.5 | 6.9 | 7.6 |
Estimated Value
Limited DataEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 36.09ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the CONTRAST 36, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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