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HANS CHRISTIAN 34

Cutter • Long Keel • Built 1974–1979

Dimensions

LOA
34 ft
LWL
29.16 ft
Beam
11 ft
Max Draft
5.83 ft
Displacement
19,400 lbs
Ballast
7,200 lbs

Performance Ratios

Capsize Ratio ⓘ
1.64 (offshore safe)
SA/D Ratio ⓘ
15.0
D/L Ratio ⓘ
349
Ballast Ratio ⓘ
37.1%

Sail Plan

Sail Area
676 sq ft

Construction

Hull Type
Long Keel
Rig Type
Cutter
Hull Material
FG
Ballast Type
Iron

Production

First Built
1974
Last Built
1979
Number Built
34

Engine & Accommodations

Engine Make
Volvo
Engine Type
Diesel
Water
120 gal
Fuel
80 gal
Notes: Though relatively few were built, it is the predecessor to another series of boats built in far greater numbers. It is said that before the first HANS CHRISTIAN 34 hit the water, a second set of molds was created for a 'stretched' version, first called the HANS CHRISTIAN 36, and later built as the UNION 36 among other names. Though the 36 foot version is still often considered a Robert Perry design, it was never authorized by him, nor were royalties paid.\nThanks to HANS CHRISTIAN 34 owner Bill Lockwood (and others) for providing updated information.

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