DUFOUR 36P
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 36 ft |
| LWL | 33.5 ft |
| Beam | 11.83 ft |
| Draft | 7 ft |
| Displacement | 14,110 lb |
| Ballast | 3,747.9 lb |
| Material | 21.5 |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.8 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 46.58 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 13.25 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 45.91 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 14.75 ft |
| FLforestay | 13.3 ft |
| Mainsail | 674.3 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 308.6 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 524.6 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 2 |
| Berths | 5 |
| Heads | 6 |
| Water | 89.8 L |
| Fuel | 44.9 L |
| CE category | N/A€ |
About the DUFOUR 36P
Designed by Umberto Felci and built by Dufour (FRA) in 2012, the Dufour 36P is a performance-oriented cruiser with a fractional sloop rig and fin keel. While the exact build count is unknown, this model represents a specific iteration in Dufour's lineup, characterized by a displacement of 14110.0 lb and a beam of 11.83 ft.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and performance-oriented sailors who prioritize speed and modern ergonomics over heavy offshore provisioning, given its relatively light displacement and comfort ratio of 23.71.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.96 and a displacement/length ratio of 167.55, the 36P is moderately capable offshore but is generally considered a coastal cruiser rather than a heavy bluewater passagemaker due to its lighter build.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 36 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36.2, as they share similar fractional sloop rigs, beamy hulls, and a focus on interior volume and sailing performance from the same era.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(7 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° | 5.1 | 6.1 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.5 |
| 60° | 5.4 | 6.4 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.6 | 7.7 |
| 75° | 5.7 | 6.7 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.1 |
| 90° | 5.8 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.2 | 8.6 |
| 110° | 5.9 | 7.1 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 8.3 | 8.6 | 9.0 |
| 120° | 5.8 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 8.1 | 8.5 | 8.9 | 9.5 |
| 135° | 5.2 | 6.5 | 7.3 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 8.8 | 10.0 |
| 150° | 4.4 | 5.5 | 6.5 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.6 |
| Beat VMG | 3.3 | 4.1 | 4.6 | 5.0 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| Run VMG | 3.8 | 4.8 | 5.7 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 7.8 |
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
10 listings · boat years 1999–2022 · median $108,000
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 36ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
8 reported issues across 6 systems for the DUFOUR 36P, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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