Question 1

What are the specs of the UNION 36?

Accepted Answer

The UNION 36 has the following specifications: 36.67ft LOA, 11.33ft beam, 6ft draft, 22,000lb displacement, 7,799lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a UNION 36 cost?

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The UNION 36 has an average asking price of $32,900, with prices ranging from $32,900 to $32,900 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the UNION 36 and when was it made?

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Built by Union Yacht Co. (TIAWAN), designed by Robert Perry, first built in 1977, with production ending in 1988, 160 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the UNION 36 good for offshore sailing?

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The UNION 36 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 40.14, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.62, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the UNION 36?

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The UNION 36 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.08, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 299.73, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a UNION 36?

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Annual maintenance for a UNION 36 is estimated at $2.1K – $5.7K. 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 UNION 36 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the UNION 36 (36.67ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.1K – $5.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $300-$550/year (based on $32,900 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 36.67ft 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-$12,800/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,400-$7,900/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,900/year. Washington: $5,300-$11,400/year. Michigan: $2,600-$5,600/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 $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 UNION 36?

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Marina slip costs for the UNION 36 (36.67ft) 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-$12,800/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,400-$7,900/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,900/year. Washington: $5,300-$11,400/year. Michigan: $2,600-$5,600/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 9

What are the common problems with the UNION 36?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the UNION 36 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in plumbing, structural, 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 UNION 36.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a UNION 36?

Accepted Answer

When buying a UNION 36, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across plumbing, structural, 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 UNION 36 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 UNION 36?

Accepted Answer

The UNION 36 has the following rig dimensions: I=47.7ft (foretriangle height), J=19ft (foretriangle base), P=40.6ft (mainsail luff), E=16.4ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 812.7 sq ft. Jib area: 453.2 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the UNION 36 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The UNION 36 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 36.67ft LOA, comfort ratio 40.14, capsize ratio 1.62, SA/disp 16.08, average price $32,900. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	36.67 ft
LWL	32 ft
Beam	11.33 ft
Draft	6 ft
Displacement	22,000 lb
Ballast	7,799 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	47.7 ft
Jforetriangle base	19 ft
Pmainsail luff	40.6 ft
Emainsail foot	16.4 ft
FLforestay	19 ft
Mainsail	812.7 sq ft
Jib (100%)	453.2 sq ft
Spinnaker	770.4 sq ft

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