Question 1

What are the specs of the ROBB 35?

Accepted Answer

The ROBB 35 has the following specifications: 35.5ft LOA, 10ft beam, 4.67ft draft, 14,880lb displacement, 4,700.6lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the ROBB 35 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Cheoy Lee Shipyard Ltd.(HK), designed by Arthur Robb, first built in 1961.

Question 3

Is the ROBB 35 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The ROBB 35 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 39.01, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.63, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the ROBB 35?

Accepted Answer

The ROBB 35 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.58, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 480.53, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a ROBB 35?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a ROBB 35 is estimated at $2.2K – $5.8K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a ROBB 35 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the ROBB 35 (35.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.2K – $5.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 35.5ft boat: Florida: $6,400-$17,000/year. California: $6,000-$14,900/year. Massachusetts: $4,500-$9,900/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,500-$12,400/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,700/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,700/year. Washington: $5,100-$11,100/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,800-$7,700/year. South Carolina: $5,500-$10,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $29K 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 ROBB 35?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the ROBB 35 (35.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,400-$17,000/year. California: $6,000-$14,900/year. Massachusetts: $4,500-$9,900/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,500-$12,400/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,700/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,700/year. Washington: $5,100-$11,100/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,800-$7,700/year. South Carolina: $5,500-$10,700/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 ROBB 35?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the ROBB 35 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, 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 ROBB 35.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a ROBB 35?

Accepted Answer

When buying a ROBB 35, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, 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 ROBB 35 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the ROBB 35?

Accepted Answer

The ROBB 35 has the following rig dimensions: I=41ft (foretriangle height), J=14ft (foretriangle base), P=37ft (mainsail luff), E=16ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 606.7 sq ft. Jib area: 287 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the ROBB 35 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The ROBB 35 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 35.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 39.01, capsize ratio 1.63, SA/disp 15.58. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	35.5 ft
LWL	24 ft
Beam	10 ft
Draft	4.67 ft
Displacement	14,880 lb
Ballast	4,700.6 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	41 ft
Jforetriangle base	14 ft
Pmainsail luff	37 ft
Emainsail foot	16 ft
FLforestay	14 ft
Mainsail	606.7 sq ft
Jib (100%)	287 sq ft
Spinnaker	487.9 sq ft

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