FRIENDSHIP 35
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 35.43 ft |
| LWL | 28.28 ft |
| Beam | 11.48 ft |
| Draft | 6.23 ft |
| Displacement | 13,227.74 lb |
| Ballast | 5,512 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.1 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Mainsail | 293.85 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 993.51 sq ft |
About the FRIENDSHIP 35
Available with a masthead rig Shallow keel draft: 1.6 m / 5.25 ft Sail area: -Main: 27.3 m² / 293.8 ft² -Genoa #1: 44.4 m² / 477.9 ft² -Genoa #2: 36 m² / 387.5 ft² -Jib: 16.6² / 178.7 ft² -Spinnaker: 92.3 m² / 993.5 ft² Source: International Friendship Club (https://www.friendshipclub.nl)
Designed by Koos de Ridder and built by Friendship Yachts (NL), the Friendship 35 is a fractional sloop with a production run starting in 1980. With a displacement of 13227.74 lb and a comfort ratio of 26.04, this vessel offers a balanced blend of performance and stability for its era.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize a comfortable motion and manageable handling, given its moderate displacement and fractional rig.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.95 and a D/L ratio of 261.1, the Friendship 35 is designed for coastal cruising rather than heavy offshore passage-making, though its fin keel and 6.23 ft max draft provide adequate stability for protected waters.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other late-1970s and early-1980s European performance cruisers like the Beneteau First 36 or Oyster 36, as they share similar fractional sloop rigs and target the same market of active sailors seeking speed without excessive complexity.
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° | 4.7 | 5.5 | 6.2 | 6.6 | 6.8 | 6.9 | 7.0 |
| 60° | 4.9 | 5.8 | 6.5 | 6.8 | 7.0 | 7.1 | 7.2 |
| 75° | 5.2 | 6.1 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 7.6 |
| 90° | 5.2 | 6.1 | 6.7 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.8 |
| 110° | 4.8 | 5.7 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 7.8 |
| 120° | 4.5 | 5.4 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.7 |
| 135° | 3.9 | 4.9 | 5.6 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.5 |
| 150° | 3.4 | 4.3 | 5.1 | 5.8 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.3 |
| Beat VMG | 3.1 | 3.7 | 4.1 | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.9 | 5.0 |
| Run VMG | 2.9 | 3.8 | 4.6 | 5.3 | 5.9 | 6.4 | 7.0 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 35.43ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
6 reported issues across 5 systems for the FRIENDSHIP 35, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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