KAIULANI 38
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 38 ft |
| LWL | 31.33 ft |
| Beam | 11.83 ft |
| Draft | 5 ft |
| Displacement | 20,500 lb |
| Ballast | 7,400.5 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 47.92 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 17.5 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 42.92 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 15.2 ft |
| FLforestay | 17.5 ft |
| Mainsail | 771.6 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 419.3 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 712.8 sq ft |
About the KAIULANI 38
Ted Brewer design #161. Plans can be purchased from the designers web site.
The Kaiulani 38 is a robust cruising yacht designed by Ted Brewer and built by Kaiulani Sailing Vessels (USA) in 1980. With a displacement of 20500.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 35.39, this vessel is engineered for stability and seakeeping, though the exact total hulls built remains unconfirmed in available records.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for serious coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize motion comfort and structural integrity over high-speed performance. Its cutter rig and heavy displacement make it an excellent candidate for single-handers or couples seeking a safe, stable platform for extended passages.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.73 and a high displacement-to-length ratio of 297.59, the Kaiulani 38 demonstrates strong offshore suitability, offering exceptional stability and resistance to capsizing in heavy seas.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include the Tartan 38 and the Cal 40, as they share similar production eras, heavy displacement characteristics, and a focus on safe, comfortable cruising. Like the Kaiulani, these boats are known for their robust construction and ability to handle heavy weather with ease.
Performance
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the KAIULANI 38 yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 38ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the KAIULANI 38yet 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.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
Own a KAIULANI 38? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist — and they're the reason the boats above it have one.
Similar Sailboats
Which engine powers your KAIULANI 38?
We haven't confirmed the engine for this model yet. If you own or know one, tell us — as owners report in, we build an accurate picture over time.
Already know your engine? Search all engines → to find its exact parts.
Used sails that fit the KAIULANI 38
Checking eBay for sails sized to this boat's rig…