MOODY 346
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 34.5 ft |
| LWL | 27.92 ft |
| Beam | 11.58 ft |
| Draft | 5 ft |
| Displacement | 11,200 lb |
| Ballast | 4,500.2 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.1 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 41.5 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 13.67 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 36 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 13 ft |
| FLforestay | 13.7 ft |
| Mainsail | 536.4 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 283.7 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 482.2 sq ft |
Engine
| Thornycroft | T8035 hpSee all 5 parts → |
| Volvo Penta | 200328 hpSee all 14 parts → |
About the MOODY 346
Bilge Keel version (draft: 3.75). Thornycroft T80, T90 35hp or Volvo 2003 28hp diesel
Designed by Bill Dixon and built by Marine Projects Ltd. between 1986 and 1990, the Moody 346 is a robust coastal cruiser with 254 hulls produced. Its heavy displacement of 11200.0 lb and fin keel configuration reflect a design philosophy prioritizing stability and comfort over pure speed.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable platform for family sailing, as evidenced by the high prevalence of bimini installations (57 mentions) and dodgers (34 mentions). It is also well-suited for owners interested in self-sufficiency, given the significant number of watermaker (33 mentions) and solar panel (37 mentions) upgrades.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.07 and a displacement/length ratio of 229.73, the Moody 346 demonstrates strong inherent stability and seaworthiness for offshore passages, supported by its heavy ballast ratio and proven hull form.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other heavy-displacement fin-keel sloops from the late 1980s, such as the Hallberg-Rassy 34 or the Nauticat 343, due to similar dimensions (34.5 ft LOA, 11.58 ft beam) and a focus on solid construction and offshore capability.
Performance
Estimated Value
Medium ConfidenceAsking price by model year
20 listings · boat years 1986–1990 · median $39,995
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 34.5ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
17 reported issues across 8 systems for the MOODY 346, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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