Finnrose 37
Description
The Finnrose 37 is a classic cruiser designed by British naval architect Angus Primrose in the early 1970s (first built around 1971–1972). It was constructed in fiberglass by Bellena Marine Ltd. (UK) and other small yards, with a limited production run (estimates suggest fewer than 50–100 hulls total, making it relatively rare today). The boat is known for its robust build, reassuring stability in all conditions, and generous sail plan that delivers excellent light-air performance—ideal for serious cruising, whether coastal hopping or ocean crossings. It features a masthead sloop rig, fin keel, and skeg-hung rudder for a balance of stability, speed, and agility. The design emphasizes seaworthiness (cut-away forefoot, 3/4 long keel), with a comfortable interior for liveaboard or extended passages (though dated by modern standards).
Construction Details
| Designer | Angus Primrose |
|---|---|
| Builder | Bellena Marine Ltd. (UK) |
| Length | 37.000 ft |
| LOA | 37.240 ft |
| LWL | 26.970 ft |
| Beam | 10.930 ft |
| Displacement | 16777 lb |
| Ballast | 5379 lb |
| Max Draft | 5.250 ft |
| Year Built | 1971 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 41.01 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 14 ft |
| p | 35.49 ft |
| e | 12.46 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41.01 ft | 14 ft | 35.49 ft | 12.46 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Finnrose 37 - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 35.49 ft - (10817 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 12.46 ft - (3798 mm) |
| Leech | * 37.06 ft - (11296 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 87.99 ° |
| Diagonal | * 37.2 ft - (11339 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 5.25 in - (133 mm) |
| Area | 220.86 ft² |
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Finnrose 37 - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 34.67 ft - (10567 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 18.75 ft - (5715 mm) |
| Leech | * 29.78 ft - (9077 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 16.1 ft - (4907 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12 ° |
| Area | 279.04 ft² |
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Finnrose 37 - GENOA
| Luff | * 41.17 ft - (12549 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 22.79 ft - (6946 mm) |
| Leech | * 38.54 ft - (11747 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 21 ft - (6401 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4 ° |
| Area | 432.28 ft² |
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Finnrose 37 - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 41.17 ft - (12549 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 25.2 ft - (7681 mm) |
| Foot | * 25.2 ft - (7681 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | 881.86 ft² |
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