FRUIT DE MER
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 35.6 ft |
| LWL | 29.86 ft |
| Beam | 12.34 ft |
| Draft | 6.07 ft |
| Displacement | 14,881 lb |
| Ballast | 7,165 lb |
| Material | 35’ 7”10.85 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.3 kn |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 2 |
| Berths | 6 |
| Heads | 6 |
| Water | 84.5 L |
| Fuel | 51.5 L |
| CE category | N/A€ |
About the FRUIT DE MER
Keel/CB version was also available.
Designed by Michel Joubert and Bernard Nivelt and built by Form'Ocean, the Fruit de Mer is a substantial cruising sloop with a production run of 150 hulls from 1981–1994. Its heavy displacement and full keel design prioritize stability and comfort over high-speed performance.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize a comfortable motion and robust construction over rapid planing capabilities. It is well-matched for couples or families seeking a stable, safe platform for extended cruising.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 14881.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.01, the Fruit de Mer is well-suited for bluewater cruising due to its inherent stability and heavy, full-keel hull form.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Hallberg-Rassy 35 and the Beneteau First 36.5, as they share similar eras, heavy displacement characteristics, and a focus on safe, comfortable offshore cruising.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 35.6ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the FRUIT DE MERyet 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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