MORRIS 36 JUSTINE
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 36.25 ft |
| LWL | 29.5 ft |
| Beam | 11.58 ft |
| Draft | 4.5 ft |
| Displacement | 15,600 lb |
| Ballast | 6,500.5 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.3 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 46.5 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 15.3 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 40.8 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 13.3 ft |
| FLforestay | 15.3 ft |
| Mainsail | 648.8 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 355.7 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 604.7 sq ft |
About the MORRIS 36 JUSTINE
Fin and shoal draft (sheel keel) versions. Fin keel draft: 5.5 ft. Most were built with the shoal keel. Later boats had Yanmar engines.
Designed by Chuck Paine and built by Morris Yachts, the Morris 36 Justine is a robust cutter-rigged cruiser with a production run of 33 hulls completed in 1983. Its heavy displacement of 15600.0 lb and high comfort ratio of 29.3 reflect a design philosophy prioritizing stability and seakeeping over pure speed.
- Best for:
- This boat is ideally suited for coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable platform for extended offshore passages, particularly given its cutter rig which facilitates single-handed sailing.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.86 and a displacement-to-length ratio of 271.28, the Justine is well-regarded for bluewater cruising, offering excellent stability and motion comfort in heavy weather.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include the Cal 3-36 and the O'Day 36, as they share similar beam dimensions (around 11.58 ft) and heavy displacement characteristics typical of 1980s American cruising yachts designed for comfort.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 36.25ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
5 reported issues across 4 systems for the MORRIS 36 JUSTINE, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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