ENDURANCE 38
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 37 ft |
| LWL | 29.2 ft |
| Beam | 11.75 ft |
| Draft | 5.58 ft |
| Displacement | 17,250 lb |
| Ballast | 6,394.6 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.2 kn |
About the ENDURANCE 38
The Endurance 38 is a robust cruising yacht designed by Peter A. Ibold and built by Colvic Craft PLC (UK) in 1980. With a displacement of 17250.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 31.76, this vessel is engineered for stability and seakeeping, though the exact total hulls built remains unconfirmed in available records.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for experienced coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable platform for offshore passages, given its heavy displacement and cutter rig configuration.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.82 and a high displacement-to-length ratio of 309.31, the Endurance 38 demonstrates strong inherent stability and seaworthiness for bluewater cruising.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include the Hallberg-Rassy 38 and the Tartan 38, as they share similar heavy-displacement characteristics, fin keels, and a focus on safe, comfortable offshore cruising from the same era.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)
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° | 5.3 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 6.9 | 7.0 | 7.1 | 7.1 |
| 60° | 5.6 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.3 |
| 75° | 5.8 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.7 |
| 90° | 5.8 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 8.0 |
| 110° | 5.4 | 6.5 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.4 |
| 120° | 5.2 | 6.3 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.6 |
| 135° | 4.7 | 5.7 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 8.3 |
| 150° | 4.0 | 5.0 | 5.8 | 6.5 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.7 |
| Beat VMG | 3.5 | 4.1 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.9 |
| Run VMG | 3.5 | 4.3 | 5.0 | 5.6 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7.3 |
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 37ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
6 reported issues across 5 systems for the ENDURANCE 38, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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