MIDSHIPMAN 36 (CHEOY LEE)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 35.75 ft |
| LWL | 29 ft |
| Beam | 11.5 ft |
| Draft | 4 ft |
| Displacement | 15,000 lb |
| Ballast | 4,000.5 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.2 kn |
Rig & Sails
| SA total | 549 sq ft |
About the MIDSHIPMAN 36 (CHEOY LEE)
Available with a sloop rig. Sailarea: 549 ft² / 51 m²
The Midshipman 36 is a classic ketch designed by A.E. Luders and built by Cheoy Lee Shipyard Ltd. in Hong Kong, with production records indicating a single build year of 1973. As a representative of the Cheoy Lee 'Midshipman' line, it offers a robust, traditional sailing experience characterized by its heavy displacement and balanced ketch rig.
- Best for:
- This vessel is best suited for coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable passage-making boat, rather than high-performance racing or extreme bluewater expeditions. Its design favors ease of handling and livability over speed, making it ideal for relaxed weekend cruising or extended coastal voyages.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 15000.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.87, the boat exhibits strong stability and seaworthiness for coastal and near-shore passage making, though its fin keel and moderate draft of 4.0 ft suggest it is not optimized for extreme heavy-weather ocean crossings.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include the Cheoy Lee Midshipman 30 and Midshipman 40, which share the same designer, builder, and general hull form characteristics. Other Luders-designed ketches from the 1970s, such as the Island Packet 36 or similar heavy-displacement trawler-yachts, offer similar comfort and stability profiles.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 35.75ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
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