ELITE 37
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 37.08 ft |
| LWL | 31.58 ft |
| Beam | 12.08 ft |
| Draft | 5.92 ft |
| Displacement | 12,787 lb |
| Ballast | 5,291.1 lb |
| Material | 20.0 |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 47.24 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 14.76 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 40.75 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 13.25 ft |
| FLforestay | 14.8 ft |
| Mainsail | 658 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 357.9 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 608.4 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 2 |
| Berths | 4 |
| Heads | 5 |
| Water | 79.3 L |
| Fuel | 19.8 L |
| CE category | N/A€ |
About the ELITE 37
Available as shoal draft fixed keel and keel/cb versions. Draft for CB verson: 6.82'BD/4.08'BU Displacement: 13668 lbs./ 6200 kgs. Ballast: 6102 lbs. / 2768 kgs. Short mast: I: 47.24' J: 14.76' P: 40.75' E: 13.25'
The Elite 37 is a Ron Holland-designed masthead sloop built by Kirie in France between 1981 and 1987. With a displacement of 12787.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 21.54, this vessel offers a balanced blend of performance and cruising comfort, though specific hull production numbers are not definitively recorded.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable platform for extended weekend trips, given its moderate displacement and fin keel design. It is less suited for extreme bluewater racing due to its comfort-oriented ratios, but remains a viable option for shorthanded cruising.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.07 and a D/L ratio of 181.25, the Elite 37 demonstrates adequate stability for offshore passages, though its fin keel and relatively light displacement suggest it is best suited for protected coastal waters rather than heavy ocean swells.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include the Beneteau First 36 and the O'Day 36, which share similar production eras and displacement ranges. These boats offer similar masthead sloop configurations and target the same market of performance-oriented cruisers from the early 1980s.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 37.08ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
19 reported issues across 9 systems for the ELITE 37, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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