FARR 1104
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 36 ft |
| LWL | 28.5 ft |
| Beam | 11.92 ft |
| Draft | 6.08 ft |
| Displacement | 8,510 lb |
| Ballast | 3,410.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.2 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 42.33 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 12.56 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 43.96 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 16.6 ft |
| FLforestay | 12.6 ft |
| Mainsail | 659.9 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 265.8 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 451.9 sq ft |
About the FARR 1104
From an IOR 1 ton prototype. (1975 - Farr #51 'Prospect of Ponsonby'). Built in both Australia and New Zealand.
Designed by Bruce Farr and built by Holmes in Australia, the Farr 1104 is a high-performance fractional sloop with a production run starting in 1975. While the exact build count is unknown, this 36-foot vessel is characterized by its lightweight displacement of 8510.0 lb and a low D/L ratio of 164.11, prioritizing speed over heavy cruising comfort.
- Best for:
- This boat suits performance-oriented coastal cruisers and racers who prioritize sailing dynamics over heavy offshore provisioning, as evidenced by the high prevalence of racing sailmakers like North (858 mentions) and performance electronics such as B&G (31 mentions).
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.34 and a comfort ratio of 15.77, the boat is capable of offshore passages but requires careful attention to structural integrity, particularly regarding the keel and deck, due to its lightweight construction.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other late-1970s Australian performance cruisers like the O'Day 36 or early Beneteau models, but distinguished by its significantly lower displacement and higher SA/D ratio of 24.3, making it more akin to early Farr racing designs than traditional heavy-displacement cruisers.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(5 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° | 3.7 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.6 | 7.0 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.3 |
| 60° | 3.9 | 5.3 | 6.2 | 6.8 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.5 | 7.6 |
| 75° | 4.1 | 5.5 | 6.4 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.0 |
| 90° | 3.9 | 5.3 | 6.4 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 8.4 |
| 110° | 3.9 | 5.3 | 6.5 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.2 | 8.6 | 8.9 |
| 120° | 3.7 | 5.1 | 6.3 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.3 | 9.0 | 9.6 |
| 135° | 3.1 | 4.5 | 5.7 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 8.9 | 10.2 |
| 150° | 2.6 | 3.9 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.4 | 9.4 |
| Beat VMG | 2.4 | 3.3 | 4.0 | 4.6 | 4.9 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Run VMG | 2.3 | 3.3 | 4.3 | 5.2 | 6.0 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 7.8 | 8.5 |
Estimated Value
Limited DataEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 36ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
22 reported issues across 8 systems for the FARR 1104, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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