Question 1

What are the specs of the NORDIC 34?

Accepted Answer

The NORDIC 34 has the following specifications: 34.33ft LOA, 11ft beam, 6.16ft draft, 10,656lb displacement, 3,771.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a NORDIC 34 cost?

Accepted Answer

The NORDIC 34 has an average asking price of $179,000, with prices ranging from $179,000 to $179,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the NORDIC 34 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Nordic Yachts, designed by Robert Perry, first built in 1985, with production ending in 1991.

Question 4

Is the NORDIC 34 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The NORDIC 34 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 22.59, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the NORDIC 34?

Accepted Answer

The NORDIC 34 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.1, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 216.71, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a NORDIC 34?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a NORDIC 34 is estimated at $1.8K – $4.8K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a NORDIC 34 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the NORDIC 34 (34.33ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.8K – $4.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1600-$2850/year (based on $179,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 34.33ft boat: Florida: $6,200-$16,500/year. California: $5,800-$14,400/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$12,000/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,400/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,400/year. Washington: $4,900-$10,700/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,400/year. South Carolina: $5,400-$10,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $6K to $28K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a NORDIC 34?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the NORDIC 34 (34.33ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,200-$16,500/year. California: $5,800-$14,400/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$12,000/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,400/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,400/year. Washington: $4,900-$10,700/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,400/year. South Carolina: $5,400-$10,300/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 9

What are the common problems with the NORDIC 34?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the NORDIC 34 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, 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 NORDIC 34.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a NORDIC 34?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NORDIC 34, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder. 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 NORDIC 34 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the NORDIC 34?

Accepted Answer

The NORDIC 34 has the following rig dimensions: I=43.8ft (foretriangle height), J=13.8ft (foretriangle base), P=38.1ft (mainsail luff), E=12.8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 565.6 sq ft. Jib area: 302.2 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the NORDIC 34 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NORDIC 34 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 34.33ft LOA, comfort ratio 22.59, capsize ratio 2, SA/disp 18.1, average price $179,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	34.33 ft
LWL	28 ft
Beam	11 ft
Draft	6.16 ft
Displacement	10,656 lb
Ballast	3,771.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.1 kn

Iforetriangle height	43.8 ft
Jforetriangle base	13.8 ft
Pmainsail luff	38.1 ft
Emainsail foot	12.8 ft
FLforestay	13.8 ft
Mainsail	565.6 sq ft
Jib (100%)	302.2 sq ft
Spinnaker	513.8 sq ft

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