IMX-38
Specifications
Hull
| LWL | 31.17 ft |
| Beam | 12.11 ft |
| Draft | 6.95 ft |
| Displacement | 11,795 lb |
| Ballast | 6,172.9 lb |
| Material | 37’ 5”11.4 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 50.88 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 14.43 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 43.8 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 16.07 ft |
| FLforestay | 14.4 ft |
| Mainsail | 404.83 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 554.13 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 1,230.42 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 2 |
| Berths | 6 |
| Heads | 1 |
| CE category | N/A€ |
About the IMX-38
S.A.(reported) above is based on main + 140% genoa. Sail Area: -Main: 37.61 m² / 404.8 ft² -150% Genoa: 51.48 m² / 554.1 ft² -140% Genoa: 47.02 m² / 506.1 ft² -95% Jib: 32.6 m² / 350.9 ft² -80% Jib: 27.45 m² / 295.5 ft² -Spinnaker: 114.31 m² / 1,230.5 ft² -Heavy Spinnaker: 108.59 m² / 1,168.9 ft²
Designed by Niels Jeppesen and built by X Yachts from 1992–2000, the IMX-38 is a performance-oriented cruiser with 92 hulls produced. Owner reports highlight a mix of high-performance sailing characteristics and significant structural maintenance concerns, particularly regarding deck integrity and keel bonding.
- Best for:
- This boat suits experienced coastal cruisers and short-handed racers who prioritize speed and handling over low-maintenance cruising, provided they are prepared for rigorous structural inspections.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 11795.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.13, the boat is structurally capable of offshore passages, but widespread reports of keel smile and deck core moisture require thorough professional surveying before bluewater use.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to the X-35 and X-41 from the same builder, as well as the Beneteau First 36.7 and O'Day 38, due to similar displacement, beam, and performance-focused design philosophies of the early 1990s.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(18 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 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.3 | 5.7 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.4 | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| 60° | 4.6 | 6.0 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.7 |
| 75° | 4.7 | 6.1 | 6.9 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.1 | 8.2 |
| 90° | 4.6 | 6.0 | 6.9 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.2 | 8.5 | 8.7 |
| 110° | 4.3 | 5.8 | 6.9 | 7.5 | 8.0 | 8.3 | 8.7 | 9.1 | 9.4 |
| 120° | 4.1 | 5.7 | 6.8 | 7.4 | 7.9 | 8.3 | 8.7 | 9.6 | 10.3 |
| 135° | 3.6 | 5.1 | 6.3 | 7.1 | 7.6 | 8.1 | 8.5 | 9.6 | 11.3 |
| 150° | 3.0 | 4.3 | 5.5 | 6.5 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 8.1 | 9.0 | 10.3 |
| Beat VMG | 2.8 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Run VMG | 2.6 | 3.7 | 4.7 | 5.6 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.4 | 8.2 | 9.0 |
Pricing
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
8 reported issues across 6 systems for the IMX-38, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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