J/111
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 36.42 ft |
| LWL | 32.71 ft |
| Beam | 10.8 ft |
| Draft | 7.18 ft |
| Displacement | 9,370 lb |
| Ballast | 3,514.2 lb |
| Material | 36’ 5”11.1 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.7 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 47.74 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 13.85 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 45.24 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 14.5 ft |
| FLforestay | 13.9 ft |
| Mainsail | 684.8 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 330.6 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 928.8 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 1 |
| Berths | 6 |
| Heads | 5 |
| Water | 26.4 L |
| Fuel | 18.5 L |
| CE category | About165 000€(2020) |
About the J/111
Designed by Alan Johnstone and built by J Boats, the J/111 is a high-performance fractional sloop with a production run starting in 2010. With a displacement of 9370.0 lb and a D/L ratio of 119.52, it balances speed with manageable handling for its 36.42 ft LOA.
- Best for:
- This boat suits performance-oriented coastal cruisers and short-handed racers who prioritize sailing dynamics over heavy bluewater comfort, given its low comfort ratio of 18.0.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.05 and a fin keel, the J/111 is capable of offshore passages but is primarily designed for coastal cruising and racing rather than heavy-weather bluewater voyaging.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to the J/120 and J/122 for its role as a fast, trailerable cruiser-racer, though it offers more interior volume and a fixed keel option with a max draft of 7.18 ft.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(4 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 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 5.8 | 6.9 | 7.4 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 7.8 |
| 60° | 6.1 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 7.9 | 8.0 | 8.1 | 8.1 |
| 75° | 6.3 | 7.2 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.2 | 8.3 | 8.6 | 8.7 |
| 90° | 6.5 | 7.4 | 7.9 | 8.2 | 8.4 | 8.7 | 9.1 | 9.3 |
| 110° | 6.3 | 7.4 | 8.0 | 8.4 | 8.9 | 9.3 | 10.0 | 10.4 |
| 120° | 6.2 | 7.4 | 8.0 | 8.5 | 9.0 | 9.5 | 10.7 | 11.8 |
| 135° | 5.5 | 6.9 | 7.7 | 8.3 | 9.0 | 9.7 | 11.6 | 13.2 |
| 150° | 4.7 | 5.9 | 7.0 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 8.7 | 10.3 | 13.3 |
| Beat VMG | 3.8 | 4.7 | 5.2 | 5.4 | 5.5 | 5.6 | 5.7 | 5.6 |
| Run VMG | 4.1 | 5.1 | 6.0 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 8.9 | 11.5 |
Estimated Value
Limited DataEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 36.42ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
13 reported issues across 7 systems for the J/111, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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