GRAND SOLEIL 34 (FINOT)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 33.4 ft |
| LWL | 27 ft |
| Beam | 11.3 ft |
| Draft | 5.9 ft |
| Displacement | 9,900 lb |
| Ballast | 3,527.4 lb |
| Material | 33’ 6”10.2 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.0 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 49.21 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 14.27 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 47.57 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 16.4 ft |
| Mainsail | 390.19 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 351.23 sq ft |
| SA total | 390.19 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 1 |
| Berths | 5 |
| Heads | 1 |
| Water | 21.1 L |
| Fuel | 23.8 L |
| CE category | N/A€ |
About the GRAND SOLEIL 34 (FINOT)
The first Grand Soleil built by Cantiere del Pardo. A model, to this same design, was also built in Japan. Shallow draft: 1.6m/5.64'
Designed by Group Finot and built by Cantiere del Pardo (ITA), the Grand Soleil 34 is a classic Italian cruiser with a production run from 1972–1983. With 300 hulls built, this model represents a significant portion of the builder's early output, combining traditional aesthetics with performance-oriented design.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize interior volume and classic styling over extreme offshore ruggedness. Its moderate displacement and fin keel make it responsive for bay and coastal sailing.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 9900.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.11, the boat is stable but lacks the heavy displacement and full keel typically preferred for serious bluewater passagemaking.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to the Nauticat 33 and Beneteau First 343 from the same era, as they share similar beam, displacement, and masthead sloop configurations. These boats offer similar interior layouts and performance profiles for coastal cruising.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(16 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 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 5.2 | 6.2 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.6 |
| 60° | 5.5 | 6.5 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 7.8 |
| 75° | 5.8 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.2 | 8.3 |
| 90° | 5.9 | 7.1 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.5 | 9.0 |
| 110° | 6.0 | 7.2 | 7.8 | 8.3 | 8.7 | 9.0 | 9.6 |
| 120° | 5.8 | 7.0 | 7.7 | 8.3 | 8.9 | 9.5 | 10.3 |
| 135° | 5.2 | 6.5 | 7.3 | 7.9 | 8.4 | 9.1 | 10.8 |
| 150° | 4.4 | 5.5 | 6.6 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 9.2 |
| Beat VMG | 3.4 | 4.2 | 4.8 | 5.1 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Run VMG | 3.8 | 4.8 | 5.7 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 8.0 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 33.4ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the GRAND SOLEIL 34 (FINOT)yet 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.
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