Ericson 37
Description
The Ericson 37 is a performance-oriented cruising sloop designed by renowned American naval architect Bruce King in the early 1970s. Launched in 1973 as an IOR (International Offshore Rule) 1-ton racer-cruiser (MkIII 27.5' rating), it was built during Ericson Yachts' golden era of innovative fiberglass construction. With its sleek lines, generous sail plan, and solid build, the E37 was ahead of its time—blending speed for club racing with comfort for coastal or blue water passages. Only about 25–30 hulls were produced before the model ended in 1975, making it a rare gem among Ericson classics.
Construction Details
| Designer | Bruce King |
|---|---|
| Builder | Ericson Yachts |
| Length | 37.000 ft |
| LOA | 37.420 ft |
| LWL | 28.500 ft |
| Beam | 11.330 ft |
| Displacement | 16000 lb |
| Max Draft | 5.750 ft |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 48 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 15.25 ft |
| p | 42 ft |
| e | 11.77 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48 ft | 15.25 ft | 42 ft | 11.77 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
| Sail Type | MAINSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 42 ft - (12802 mm) |
| Foot | * 11.77 ft - (3587 mm) |
| Leech | * 42.98 ft - (13100 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 43.22 ft - (13173 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 5.25 in - (133 mm) |
| Area | * 254.9 ft² |
| Sail Type | JIBSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 40.29 ft - (12280 mm) |
| Foot | * 20.17 ft - (6148 mm) |
| Leech | * 35.02 ft - (10674 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 114.95 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 17.53 ft - (5343 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12.01 ° |
| Area | * 353.17 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | 47 ft - (14326 mm) |
| Foot | 23 ft - (7010 mm) |
| Leech | 44 ft - (13411 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 140.07 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 21.36 ft - (6511 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4.15 ° |
| Area | * 501.94 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 47.85 ft - (14585 mm) |
| Foot | * 24.61 ft - (7501 mm) |
| Leech | * 45.03 ft - (13725 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150.03 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 22.88 ft - (6974 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.99 ° |
| Area | * 547.39 ft² |
| Sail Type | ASYMMETRICAL |
|---|---|
| Luff | 49 ft - (14935 mm) |
| Foot | 27 ft - (8230 mm) |
| Leech | 46 ft - (14021 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 992 ft² |
| Sail Type | SPINNAKER |
|---|---|
| Stays | * 47.85 ft - (14585 mm) |
| MidGirth | * 27.45 ft - (8367 mm) |
| Foot | * 27.45 ft - (8367 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 1116 ft² |
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