HELMSMAN 35
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 34.52 ft |
| LWL | 27.23 ft |
| Beam | 11.32 ft |
| Draft | 6.4 ft |
| Displacement | 9,920 lb |
| Ballast | 4,849.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.0 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 41.3 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 11.3 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 45.6 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 13.1 ft |
| FLforestay | 11.3 ft |
| Mainsail | 555.9 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 233.4 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 396.7 sq ft |
About the HELMSMAN 35
The Helmsman 35 is a rare Danish cruiser designed by Håkan Södergren and built by Helmsman Yachts (DEN) in 1975, with only 15 hulls produced. Its scarcity and specific build year make it a unique find for collectors of classic European yachts.
- Best for:
- This boat suits experienced coastal cruisers or those seeking a low-maintenance classic with a fractional sloop rig, given its moderate displacement and beam.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 9920.0 lb, a capsize ratio of 2.11, and a comfort ratio of 20.58, the Helmsman 35 exhibits strong offshore stability and seakeeping characteristics suitable for bluewater cruising.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other mid-1970s European fractional sloop cruisers like the Hallberg-Rassy 35 or Nautor's Swan 36, due to similar displacement, beam, and offshore-oriented hull forms.
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° | 4.8 | 5.6 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 6.7 | 6.7 |
| 60° | 5.0 | 5.9 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 6.8 | 6.9 | 7.0 |
| 75° | 5.2 | 6.1 | 6.6 | 6.8 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.3 |
| 90° | 5.2 | 6.1 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 7.7 |
| 110° | 4.7 | 5.7 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 7.9 |
| 120° | 4.4 | 5.4 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.8 |
| 135° | 3.9 | 4.8 | 5.6 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.5 |
| 150° | 3.3 | 4.3 | 5.1 | 5.8 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.3 |
| Beat VMG | 3.1 | 3.7 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.7 |
| Run VMG | 2.9 | 3.7 | 4.5 | 5.2 | 5.8 | 6.4 | 7.0 |
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 34.52ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the HELMSMAN 35, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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