Elan E 4
Description
The Elan E4 is a versatile 34'9" performance cruiser-racer from Elan Yachts' E-Line series, designed by renowned British naval architect Rob Humphreys and introduced in 2014 (rebranded from the Elan 350). Built in Slovenia using advanced vacuum-assisted infusion lamination (VAIL method) with foam-cored GRP for lightweight strength, it's CE Category A ocean-rated and excels in both competitive racing and family cruising. With dual rudders for precise control at heel angles, a retractable carbon bowsprit, and self-tacking jib, the E4 is easy to handle short-handed while delivering spirited performance (up to 9–10 knots in 15–20 knot winds). Over 100 units have been produced, earning accolades like SAIL Magazine's 2017 Best Cruising Monohull Under 40ft. It's a "fun yacht" that balances speed, comfort, and value, ideal for coastal hops or club regattas.
Construction Details
| Designer | Unknown |
|---|---|
| Length | 34.750 ft |
| LOA | 20.800 ft |
| LWL | 20.110 ft |
| Beam | 8.200 ft |
| Displacement | 2183 lb |
| Max Draft | 5.090 ft |
| Min Draft | 1.640 ft |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 44.18 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 13.22 ft |
| p | 44.26 ft |
| e | 15.19 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44.18 ft | 13.22 ft | 44.26 ft | 15.19 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
| Sail Type | MAINSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 44.26 ft - (13490 mm) |
| Foot | * 15.19 ft - (4630 mm) |
| Leech | * 46.02 ft - (14027 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 46.29 ft - (14109 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | * 345.66 ft² |
| Sail Type | JIBSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 36.89 ft - (11244 mm) |
| Foot | * 17.32 ft - (5279 mm) |
| Leech | * 32.38 ft - (9869 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 114.98 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 15.2 ft - (4633 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 11.98 ° |
| Area | * 280.39 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 43.81 ft - (13353 mm) |
| Foot | * 21.19 ft - (6459 mm) |
| Leech | * 41.4 ft - (12619 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 19.83 ft - (6044 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.98 ° |
| Area | * 434.38 ft² |
| Sail Type | ASYMMETRICAL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 43.81 ft - (13353 mm) |
| Foot | * 21.81 ft - (6648 mm) |
| Leech | * 40.31 ft - (12286 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 717 ft² |
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