ELAN 37
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 37.17 ft |
| LWL | 32.05 ft |
| Beam | 11.97 ft |
| Draft | 7.55 ft |
| Displacement | 13,007 lb |
| Ballast | 4,828.2 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.6 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 47.08 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 13.78 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 44.88 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 15.65 ft |
| FLforestay | 13.8 ft |
| Mainsail | 703.7 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 324.4 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 551.4 sq ft |
About the ELAN 37
shallow draft vers. 6.73'/2.05m.
The Elan 37 is a fractional sloop designed by Rob Humphreys and built by Elan Marine (SLOV) in 2003, with an unknown total hull production count. Owner reports highlight a mix of performance-oriented upgrades and critical structural maintenance needs, particularly regarding deck cores and rudder systems.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and short-handed sailors who prioritize interior volume and modern ergonomics over heavy bluewater displacement, provided they are diligent about structural maintenance.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 13007.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.04, the Elan 37 is moderately capable offshore but requires careful attention to keel integrity and rudder hardware for extended passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 36.7 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36.2, which share similar fractional rig configurations and interior layouts from the early 2000s.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(29 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° | 3.9 | 5.3 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| 60° | 4.2 | 5.6 | 6.5 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.7 |
| 75° | 4.4 | 5.8 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.0 | 8.1 |
| 90° | 4.3 | 5.7 | 6.6 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.4 | 8.6 |
| 110° | 4.1 | 5.6 | 6.8 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.3 | 8.6 | 8.8 |
| 120° | 4.0 | 5.5 | 6.6 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 8.4 | 9.0 | 9.3 |
| 135° | 3.5 | 4.9 | 6.1 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.3 | 9.1 | 10.1 |
| 150° | 2.8 | 4.1 | 5.3 | 6.3 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.7 | 9.6 |
| Beat VMG | 2.5 | 3.5 | 4.2 | 4.8 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Run VMG | 2.5 | 3.6 | 4.6 | 5.4 | 6.2 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 8.0 | 8.7 |
Estimated Value
Limited DataEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 37.17ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
11 reported issues across 8 systems for the ELAN 37, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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