KNUTSON 35
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 35 ft |
| LWL | 25 ft |
| Beam | 9.83 ft |
| Draft | 4.83 ft |
| Displacement | 17,000 lb |
| Ballast | 5,360.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.7 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 44 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 13 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 38 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 15 ft |
| FLforestay | 13 ft |
| Mainsail | 593.8 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 286 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 486.2 sq ft |
About the KNUTSON 35
The Knutson 35 is a rare, heavy-displacement cruiser designed by Sparkman & Stephens and built by Thomas Knutson Shipbuilding in the USA. With only one hull built in 1955, this unique vessel represents a singular example of mid-century American yacht design.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for experienced owners seeking a classic, heavy-displacement coastal cruiser who value historical significance and S&S design pedigree over modern performance metrics.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 17000.0 lb and a D/L ratio of 485.71, the Knutson 35 possesses the heavy, stable hull form characteristic of S&S designs, suggesting strong offshore capability despite its age.
- Comparables:
- Due to its singular production run, there are no direct contemporaries; however, it shares design DNA with other Sparkman & Stephens fractional sloop designs from the 1950s, such as the Bristol 32 or early O'Day models, though with significantly higher displacement.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 35ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the KNUTSON 35, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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