MARINER 36 (GARDEN) KETCH
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 35.83 ft |
| LWL | 27.92 ft |
| Beam | 11 ft |
| Draft | 5 ft |
| Displacement | 21,000 lb |
| Ballast | 7,499.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.1 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 45 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 16.5 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 39 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 12 ft |
| FLforestay | 16.5 ft |
| Mainsail | 624 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 371.3 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 631.1 sq ft |
About the MARINER 36 (GARDEN) KETCH
The Mariner 36 Ketch is a heavy-displacement cruiser designed by Clair Oberly/W. Garden and built by Ta Yang in 1972. With a displacement of 21000.0 lb and a full/long keel, this vessel prioritizes stability and comfort over speed, featuring a masthead ketch rig.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable liveaboard experience, particularly owners who value the maneuverability benefits of a ketch rig and have invested in modern upgrades like bow thrusters.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.6 and a comfort ratio of 43.95, the Mariner 36 is well-suited for offshore passages, offering excellent stability and motion comfort in heavy seas.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other heavy-displacement ketches from the early 1970s, such as the Cal 40 or O'Day 38, which share similar full-keel designs and moderate sail area-to-displacement ratios.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 35.83ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
5 reported issues across 4 systems for the MARINER 36 (GARDEN) KETCH, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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