DEHLER 38 SQ
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 39.6 ft |
| LWL | 34.12 ft |
| Beam | 12.3 ft |
| Draft | 6.66 ft |
| Displacement | 16,535 lb |
| Ballast | 4,850.2 lb |
| Material | 37’ 1”11.3 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.8 kn |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 2 |
| Berths | 4 |
| Heads | 1 |
| Water | 83.2 L |
| Fuel | 42.3 L |
| CE category | About163 000€(2020) |
About the DEHLER 38 SQ
Hull length: 11.30m / 37.08ft Specs above are for the standard configuration. Competition: Draft 2.24m / 7.52ft; ballast 2,050kg / 4,508 lbs; displacement 7,000kg / 15,432 lbs Shallow keel: Draft 1.6m / 5.25ft; ballast 2,750kg / 6,062 lbs; displacement 7,6000kg / 16,755 lbs Competition sail area (aluminum mast): 84.5m² / 910 ft² Competition sail area (carbon mast): 49.34 m² / 918 ft²
The Dehler 38 SQ is a modern performance cruiser designed by judel/vrolijk & co. and built by Dehler Yachts, with production starting in 2020. As a relatively new entry in the market, the exact total hulls built is currently undetermined (?), but it represents the builder's latest iteration of their popular 38-foot platform.
- Best for:
- This boat is ideal for performance-oriented coastal cruisers and short-handed sailors who prioritize speed and modern ergonomics, evidenced by the high prevalence of Garmin and B&G electronics upgrades and Selden rigging components.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 16535.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.93, the boat offers moderate offshore stability, though its relatively light weight and fin keel suggest it is best suited for protected coastal waters rather than heavy ocean passages.
- Comparables:
- It competes directly with other modern fractional sloop performance cruisers from the same era, such as the Beneteau First 38.7 or Nauticat 38, sharing similar fractional rig configurations and lightweight displacement characteristics aimed at active sailing.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(6 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 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 3.8 | 5.2 | 6.1 | 6.8 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.4 | 7.4 |
| 60° | 4.1 | 5.5 | 6.4 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.7 |
| 75° | 4.2 | 5.7 | 6.6 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 7.9 | 8.1 | 8.1 |
| 90° | 4.2 | 5.7 | 6.8 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.1 | 8.4 | 8.6 |
| 110° | 4.2 | 5.8 | 6.9 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.4 | 8.6 | 8.9 | 9.0 |
| 120° | 4.1 | 5.6 | 6.8 | 7.5 | 8.0 | 8.4 | 8.8 | 9.3 | 9.7 |
| 135° | 3.6 | 5.0 | 6.2 | 7.1 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 8.5 | 9.4 | 10.5 |
| 150° | 3.0 | 4.2 | 5.4 | 6.3 | 7.1 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.7 | 9.4 |
| Beat VMG | 2.4 | 3.4 | 4.1 | 4.6 | 4.9 | 5.0 | 5.1 | 5.1 | 5.0 |
| Run VMG | 2.5 | 3.7 | 4.6 | 5.5 | 6.1 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 7.7 | 8.3 |
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
14 listings · boat years 1988–2026 · median $255,852
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 39.6ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
6 reported issues across 5 systems for the DEHLER 38 SQ, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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