Question 1

What are the specs of the OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

The OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU) has the following specifications: 33.92ft LOA, 12ft beam, 6.08ft draft, 12,566lb displacement, 3,208.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Beneteau, designed by Finot / Conq Assoc., first built in 2008.

Question 3

Is the OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 22.42, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.07, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

The OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.1, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 194.45, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU) is estimated at $1.5K – $4.1K. 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 OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU) (33.92ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.5K – $4.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 33.92ft boat: Florida: $6,100-$16,300/year. California: $5,700-$14,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$11,900/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,300/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,300/year. Washington: $4,900-$10,600/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,300/year. South Carolina: $5,300-$10,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $26K 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 OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU) (33.92ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,100-$16,300/year. California: $5,700-$14,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$11,900/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,300/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,300/year. Washington: $4,900-$10,600/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,300/year. South Carolina: $5,300-$10,200/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 OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in electrical, 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 OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU), SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across electrical. 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 OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU) 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 OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 33.92ft LOA, comfort ratio 22.42, capsize ratio 2.07, SA/disp 16.1. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	33.92 ft
LWL	30.67 ft
Beam	12 ft
Draft	6.08 ft
Displacement	12,566 lb
Ballast	3,208.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.4 kn

TWA \ TWS	6	8	10	12	14	16	20
52°	4.4	5.3	6.0	6.5	6.8	6.9	7.0
60°	4.7	5.6	6.3	6.7	7.0	7.1	7.3
75°	4.8	5.8	6.5	6.9	7.1	7.3	7.6
90°	5.0	6.1	6.8	7.2	7.4	7.5	7.8
110°	5.1	6.2	6.9	7.3	7.7	8.0	8.4
120°	4.9	6.1	6.8	7.3	7.6	8.0	8.7
135°	4.4	5.6	6.4	7.0	7.4	7.8	8.5
150°	3.8	4.8	5.7	6.3	6.8	7.1	7.7
Beat VMG	2.8	3.5	4.0	4.4	4.7	4.8	4.8
Run VMG	3.3	4.2	4.9	5.5	5.9	6.4	7.1

OCEANIS 34 (BENETEAU)

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