LORD NELSON 35
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 43 ft |
| LWL | 31.33 ft |
| Beam | 11.83 ft |
| Draft | 5.33 ft |
| Displacement | 20,500 lb |
| Ballast | 7,000.7 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 46.64 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 20.6 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 40 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 13.8 ft |
| FLforestay | 20.6 ft |
| Mainsail | 778.5 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 480.4 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 816.7 sq ft |
About the LORD NELSON 35
The Lord Nelson 35 is a robust, heavy-displacement cutter designed by Loren Hart and Tommy Chen, built by Lord Nelson/Hai O Yachts in Taiwan. With only 35 hulls constructed in 1984, this rare vessel offers a solid, traditional cruising platform characterized by its full keel and substantial 20500.0 lb displacement.
- Best for:
- This boat is ideally suited for conservative bluewater cruisers and couples seeking a stable, comfortable offshore passage maker, as evidenced by the high prevalence of self-sufficiency upgrades like watermakers, wind generators, and solar panels.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a D/L ratio of 297.59, a low capsize ratio of 1.73, and a full/long keel, the Lord Nelson 35 is well-regarded for offshore safety and seakeeping, though its performance is moderate due to its heavy displacement and low SA/D ratio of 16.73.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to the Tartan 38 and O'Day 38 of the same era, the Lord Nelson 35 shares their full-keel, heavy-displacement philosophy and cutter rig configuration, prioritizing stability and ease of single-handed handling over high-performance planing.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 43ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
7 reported issues across 5 systems for the LORD NELSON 35, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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