Irwin Citation 38
Description
The Irwin Citation 38 (also known as the Irwin 38 Citation) is a coastal/offshore cruising sailboat designed by Ted Irwin (founder of Irwin Yachts) and built by Irwin Yachts (USA) starting in 1986; production ran through the late 1980s/early 1990s (exact end unclear but aligned with Irwin's challenges and eventual transition), with a relatively modest run (hundreds produced, typical for Irwin's mid-range models)—it's part of the "Citation" series emphasizing better sailing performance than some earlier Irwin cruisers while maintaining good interior volume. Special features include a fin keel with spade rudder (standard deep draft for good upwind performance; shoal-draft wing keel option ~4.92 ft for shallower access), masthead sloop rig (some with optional cutter), wide beam for stability and spacious accommodations (large salon, good galley, aft cabin layout, and livable for extended cruising), solid fiberglass hull/deck (bolted through aluminum toe rail), and a reputation for responsive, well-balanced sailing feel—described as having the "feel of a well-designed boat" with strong light-air capability and comfort in moderate conditions.
Construction Details
| Designer | Ted Irwin |
|---|---|
| Builder | Irwin Yachts |
| Length | 38.000 ft |
| LOA | 38.000 ft |
| LWL | 30.670 ft |
| Beam | 12.500 ft |
| Displacement | 15000 lb |
| Ballast | 5500 lb |
| Max Draft | 6.920 ft |
| Year Built | 1986 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 44 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 15 ft |
| p | 40 ft |
| e | 14 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44 ft | 15 ft | 40 ft | 14 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Irwin Citation 38 - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 40 ft - (12192 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 14 ft - (4267 mm) |
| Leech | * 41.64 ft - (12692 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 41.92 ft - (12777 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | * 288.48 ft² |
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Irwin Citation 38 - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 37.19 ft - (11336 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 20.09 ft - (6123 mm) |
| Leech | * 31.95 ft - (9738 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 17.25 ft - (5258 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12.01 ° |
| Area | * 320.77 ft² |
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Irwin Citation 38 - GENOA
| Luff | 43 ft - (13106 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 22.75 ft - (6934 mm) |
| Leech | 40.167 ft - (12243 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 140 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 21 ft - (6401 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.82 ° |
| Area | * 451.43 ft² |
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Irwin Citation 38 - GENOA
| Luff | * 44.16 ft - (13460 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 24.41 ft - (7440 mm) |
| Leech | * 41.35 ft - (12603 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 22.5 ft - (6858 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4 ° |
| Area | * 496.79 ft² |
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Irwin Citation 38 - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | 45 ft - (13716 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 26 ft - (7925 mm) |
| Leech | 42 ft - (12802 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 878 ft² |
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Irwin Citation 38 - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 44.16 ft - (13460 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 27 ft - (8230 mm) |
| Foot | * 27 ft - (8230 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 1013 ft² |
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