ELAN 340
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 32.78 ft |
| LWL | 30.79 ft |
| Beam | 11.41 ft |
| Draft | 6.89 ft |
| Displacement | 11,023 lb |
| Ballast | 3,160.3 lb |
| Material | 32’ 10”9.99 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.4 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 44.26 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 12.04 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 41.93 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 14.76 ft |
| FLforestay | 12 ft |
| Mainsail | 600.6 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 266.5 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 453 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 2 |
| Berths | 4 |
| Heads | 6 |
| Water | 52.8 L |
| Fuel | 25.1 L |
| CE category | N/A€ |
About the ELAN 340
Shallow draft: 1.95m/6.4' (lead keel available as an option)
Designed by Rob Humphreys and built by Elan Marine from 2006–2010, the Elan 340 is a performance-oriented cruiser with a fractional sloop rig. While the exact number of hulls built is unknown, owner reports highlight a specific structural concern regarding keel smile and sump cracking that prospective buyers must investigate.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and performance-oriented sailors who prioritize speed and handling over heavy bluewater comfort, given its relatively light displacement of 11023.0 lb and D/L ratio of 168.59.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.05 and a comfort ratio of 21.21, the Elan 340 is better suited for coastal and nearshore cruising rather than extended offshore passages due to its lighter displacement and narrower beam.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 34 and Nauticat 34, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and performance-focused hull forms from the same era.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(42 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° | 4.0 | 5.3 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.1 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.2 |
| 60° | 4.2 | 5.6 | 6.5 | 6.9 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.4 |
| 75° | 4.4 | 5.8 | 6.6 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 7.9 |
| 90° | 4.2 | 5.7 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 8.3 |
| 110° | 4.2 | 5.7 | 6.7 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.3 | 8.7 | 9.1 |
| 120° | 4.0 | 5.5 | 6.6 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.4 | 9.2 | 9.8 |
| 135° | 3.5 | 4.9 | 6.1 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 9.1 | 10.5 |
| 150° | 2.9 | 4.2 | 5.3 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.6 | 9.7 |
| Beat VMG | 2.6 | 3.5 | 4.2 | 4.7 | 5.0 | 5.1 | 5.1 | 5.1 | 5.0 |
| Run VMG | 2.5 | 3.6 | 4.6 | 5.5 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 7.9 | 8.6 |
Estimated Value
Limited DataAsking price by model year
5 listings · boat years 2006–2006 · median $63,177
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 32.78ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
5 reported issues across 3 systems for the ELAN 340, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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