FÄHNRICH 31
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 31.33 ft |
| LWL | 23.16 ft |
| Beam | 8.74 ft |
| Draft | 3.94 ft |
| Displacement | 6,944.56 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.4 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Mainsail | 221.74 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 111.94 sq ft |
About the FÄHNRICH 31
Source: German Magazine: Die Yacht; Feb. 1963. Digitized article found here: https://www.yachtsportmuseum.de Early GRP cruiser. Sail area: -Main: 20.6 m² / 221.74 ft² -Jib: 10.4 m² / 111.94 ft² -Genoa: 19.7 m / 212.05 ft -Storm Jib: 5.12 m² / 55.11 ft² Also thanks to Ruud Schollaardt for sending information.
The Fähnrich 31 is a classic German cruiser designed by Kurt W. Schröter and built by Werner Muffler, with production records indicating a build year of 1963. As a masthead sloop with a full keel, it represents a specific era of European boatbuilding, though the exact total hulls built remains unverified in available data.
- Best for:
- This vessel suits coastal cruisers and traditionalists who value a stable, comfortable ride over high-speed performance, given its moderate comfort ratio of 23.34 and heavy displacement of 6944.56 lb.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.84 and a full/long keel, the Fähnrich 31 demonstrates inherent stability and tracking ability suitable for offshore passages, provided the rigging is maintained.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other 1960s German full-keel designs such as the Bavaria 31 or early Hanse models, sharing similar displacement and conservative hull forms.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 31.33ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
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