MALANGO 1045
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 34.28 ft |
| LWL | 33.79 ft |
| Beam | 12.14 ft |
| Draft | 8.86 ft/ 3.28 ft min |
| Displacement | 7,496 lb |
| Ballast | 2,866 lb |
| Material | 34’ 4”10.45 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.8 kn |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 2 |
| Berths | 4 |
| Heads | 1 |
| Water | 26.4 L |
| Fuel | 15.9 L |
| CE category | About133 000€(2017) |
About the MALANGO 1045
The Malango 1045 is a 34.28 ft fractional sloop designed by Julien Marin and built by IDB Marine (FRA) between 2012 and 2017. With a displacement of 7496.0 lb and a D/L ratio of 86.74, it represents a modern, performance-oriented cruising design from the French market.
- Best for:
- This boat suits active coastal cruisers and short-handed sailors who prioritize sailing performance and ease of handling over heavy offshore isolation. Its fractional rig and moderate displacement make it well-suited for those seeking a responsive boat for bay and coastal passages.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.49 and a comfort ratio of 12.28, the Malango 1045 is capable of offshore passages but is best characterized as a coastal cruiser rather than a heavy bluewater expedition boat.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 34.7 and the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 34.2, as they share similar fractional sloop rigs and performance-focused hull forms from the same era. The Malango 1045 offers a distinct French design alternative with a slightly lighter displacement than many traditional cruisers of this length.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 5.1 | 6.2 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.7 |
| 60° | 5.5 | 6.6 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.1 |
| 75° | 5.9 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.3 | 8.4 | 8.7 |
| 90° | 6.0 | 7.1 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 8.5 | 9.0 | 9.5 |
| 110° | 5.8 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 8.2 | 8.8 | 9.4 | 10.3 |
| 120° | 5.5 | 6.7 | 7.4 | 8.0 | 8.6 | 9.4 | 10.9 |
| 135° | 4.8 | 6.1 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 8.2 | 8.8 | 10.4 |
| 150° | 4.1 | 5.3 | 6.2 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.7 |
| Beat VMG | 3.2 | 4.0 | 4.7 | 5.1 | 5.4 | 5.6 | 5.6 |
| Run VMG | 3.5 | 4.5 | 5.4 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 6.9 | 7.7 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 34.28ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the MALANGO 1045yet 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.
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