Question 1

What are the specs of the OHLSON 35?

Accepted Answer

The OHLSON 35 has the following specifications: 34.5ft LOA, 10.5ft beam, 5.92ft draft, 10,400lb displacement, 5,114.7lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a OHLSON 35 cost?

Accepted Answer

The OHLSON 35 has an average asking price of $16,150, with prices ranging from $16,150 to $16,150 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the OHLSON 35 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tyler Boat Company Ltd./Malo Yachts, designed by Einar Ohlson, first built in 1970, with production ending in 1971, 5 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the OHLSON 35 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The OHLSON 35 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 25.83, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.93, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the OHLSON 35?

Accepted Answer

The OHLSON 35 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.31, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 335.85, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a OHLSON 35?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a OHLSON 35 is estimated at $2.0K – $5.5K. 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 OHLSON 35 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the OHLSON 35 (34.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.0K – $5.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $150-$250/year (based on $16,150 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 34.5ft boat: Florida: $6,200-$16,600/year. California: $5,800-$14,500/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,700/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$12,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,500/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,500/year. Washington: $5,000-$10,800/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,500/year. South Carolina: $5,400-$10,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $26K 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 OHLSON 35?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the OHLSON 35 (34.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,200-$16,600/year. California: $5,800-$14,500/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,700/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$12,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,500/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,500/year. Washington: $5,000-$10,800/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,500/year. South Carolina: $5,400-$10,400/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 OHLSON 35?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the OHLSON 35 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, 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 OHLSON 35.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a OHLSON 35?

Accepted Answer

When buying a OHLSON 35, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck. 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 OHLSON 35 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 OHLSON 35?

Accepted Answer

The OHLSON 35 has the following rig dimensions: I=41ft (foretriangle height), J=13.5ft (foretriangle base), P=36.1ft (mainsail luff), E=11.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 500.9 sq ft. Jib area: 276.8 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the OHLSON 35 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The OHLSON 35 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 34.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 25.83, capsize ratio 1.93, SA/disp 16.31, average price $16,150. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	34.5 ft
LWL	24 ft
Beam	10.5 ft
Draft	5.92 ft
Displacement	10,400 lb
Ballast	5,114.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	41 ft
Jforetriangle base	13.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	36.1 ft
Emainsail foot	11.5 ft
PYmizzen luff	14.75 ft
EYmizzen foot	6.37 ft
FLforestay	13.5 ft
Mainsail	500.9 sq ft
Jib (100%)	276.8 sq ft
Spinnaker	470.5 sq ft

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