FRANCIS DRAKE 37
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 37 ft |
| LWL | 29.45 ft |
| Beam | 9.6 ft |
| Draft | 4.25 ft |
| Displacement | 14,000 lb |
| Ballast | 6,220.2 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.3 kn |
About the FRANCIS DRAKE 37
The Francis Drake 37 is a classic 37.0 ft masthead sloop designed by Maurice Griffiths and built in 1970. With a displacement of 14000.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 33.54, it represents a substantial, heavy-displacement cruising platform from the early 1970s.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize seakworthiness and comfort over high-speed performance, particularly those who appreciate classic British design aesthetics.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.6 and a high displacement-to-length ratio of 244.69, the Francis Drake 37 is well-suited for bluewater cruising due to its stable, heavy hull form.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Hallberg-Rassy 37 and the Tartan 37, as they share similar heavy displacement, full keel or modified keel configurations, and a focus on safe, comfortable offshore cruising.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 37ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the FRANCIS DRAKE 37yet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
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