HALBERDIER 36 (MOODY)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 36 ft |
| LWL | 28 ft |
| Beam | 11.08 ft |
| Draft | 5 ft |
| Displacement | 20,383 lb |
| Ballast | 7,700.7 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.1 kn |
About the HALBERDIER 36 (MOODY)
Motorsailer and one of the first models from Moody. Hulls molded by Marine Contruction Ltd. and finished by Moody.
The Halberdier 36 is a classic British ketch designed by Alan Hill and built by Marine Construction Ltd. (UK) between 1967 and 1973, with a total production run of 29 hulls. This heavy-displacement vessel is characterized by its full keel and masthead ketch rig, offering a robust platform for traditional cruising.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for experienced coastal cruisers and those seeking a traditional, heavy-displacement ketch for relaxed offshore passages, particularly those who value the stability of a full keel and the balance of a ketch rig.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 20383.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.63, the Halberdier 36 is well-suited for bluewater cruising, offering excellent stability and seakeeping characteristics typical of heavy, full-keel designs from this era.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other Alan Hill designs like the Moody 34 and 38, as well as contemporary British full-keel ketches such as the Hallberg-Rassy 36 and the Tartan 36, all of which share similar displacement, build quality, and conservative hull forms.
Direct variant of the HALBERDIER 36 (MOODY)
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 36ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
4 reported issues across 3 systems for the HALBERDIER 36 (MOODY), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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