Question 1

What are the specs of the NACRA 36?

Accepted Answer

The NACRA 36 has the following specifications: 36.74ft LOA, 20.01ft beam, 5.5ft draft, 3,086lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Cat (rotating spar). Keel: Variable, Twin/Triple.

Question 2

Who built the NACRA 36 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by NACRA, designed by Tom Roland/Ross Guinea, first built in 1975, with production ending in 1981, 10 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the NACRA 36 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The NACRA 36 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull.  The capsize screening ratio is 5.5, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the NACRA 36?

Accepted Answer

The NACRA 36 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 37.46, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a NACRA 36?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a NACRA 36 is estimated at $2.3K – $6.0K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a NACRA 36 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the NACRA 36 (36.74ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.3K – $6.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 36.74ft boat: Florida: $6,600-$17,600/year. California: $6,200-$15,400/year. Massachusetts: $4,600-$10,300/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,600-$12,900/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,400-$7,900/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,900/year. Washington: $5,300-$11,500/year. Michigan: $2,600-$5,700/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,000-$7,900/year. South Carolina: $5,700-$11,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $30K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a NACRA 36?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the NACRA 36 (36.74ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,600-$17,600/year. California: $6,200-$15,400/year. Massachusetts: $4,600-$10,300/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,600-$12,900/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,400-$7,900/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,900/year. Washington: $5,300-$11,500/year. Michigan: $2,600-$5,700/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,000-$7,900/year. South Carolina: $5,700-$11,000/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 8

What are the common problems with the NACRA 36?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the NACRA 36 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, hull, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the NACRA 36.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a NACRA 36?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NACRA 36, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, hull. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the NACRA 36 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the NACRA 36 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NACRA 36 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 36.74ft LOA, capsize ratio 5.5, SA/disp 37.46. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	36.74 ft
Beam	20.01 ft
Draft	5.5 ft/ 0.76 ft min
Displacement	3,086 lb

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