ELAN 36
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 36.09 ft |
| LWL | 31.17 ft |
| Beam | 11.78 ft |
| Draft | 4.59 ft |
| Displacement | 12,150 lb |
| Ballast | 5,500.3 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 47.41 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 14.17 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 41.34 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 14.57 ft |
| FLforestay | 14.2 ft |
| Mainsail | 661.2 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 335.9 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 571 sq ft |
Engine
| Yanmar | 3GM3027 hpSee all 51 parts → |
About the ELAN 36
A verion with a shorter masthead rig was also available. (P=41.83) Similar to ELAN 362 but with a different interior.
The Elan 36 is a fractional sloop designed by Rob Humphreys and built by Elan Marine (SLOV) in 1997. With a displacement of 12150.0 lb and a beam of 11.78 ft, it represents a performance-oriented cruising platform from the late 90s.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and performance-oriented sailors who prioritize sailing dynamics over heavy bluewater comfort, given its relatively light displacement and low comfort ratio of 21.54.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.05 and a D/L ratio of 179.11, the Elan 36 is better suited for coastal and nearshore cruising rather than extended offshore passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 36 and O'Day 36, as they share similar fractional sloop rigs and performance-focused hull forms from the same era.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(8 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° | 3.5 | 4.8 | 5.7 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.0 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.1 |
| 60° | 3.8 | 5.1 | 6.0 | 6.6 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.4 |
| 75° | 4.0 | 5.3 | 6.2 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.8 |
| 90° | 3.9 | 5.4 | 6.4 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.2 |
| 110° | 4.0 | 5.5 | 6.6 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.1 | 8.5 | 8.7 |
| 120° | 3.9 | 5.3 | 6.4 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 8.8 | 9.3 |
| 135° | 3.4 | 4.8 | 5.9 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.6 | 9.5 |
| 150° | 2.8 | 4.0 | 5.1 | 6.0 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 8.0 | 8.6 |
| Beat VMG | 2.2 | 3.1 | 3.8 | 4.3 | 4.7 | 4.9 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4.9 |
| Run VMG | 2.4 | 3.5 | 4.4 | 5.2 | 5.8 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.3 | 7.8 |
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 36.09ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
8 reported issues across 6 systems for the ELAN 36, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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