Morgan 36 Race N/M
Description
The Morgan 36 Race N/M (Non-Measurement), designed by the acclaimed Nelson/Marek team and produced by Morgan Yachts from 1982 to 1985 in a limited run of approximately 20-30 hulls, is a performance-oriented American racer-cruiser that adapts the standard Morgan 36 N/M platform for enhanced speed and agility, featuring a masthead sloop rig, fin keel with spade rudder (or optional keel/centerboard for shallower drafts), and a lighter fiberglass hull with a shortened coachroof and extended cockpit for better weight distribution and crew handling during club racing or coastal passages—owners highlight its IOR-influenced lines for quick acceleration in light airs (up to 7.5 knots in 10-15 knots wind) and stiff stability (PHRF ratings 87-132), making it a nimble alternative to full-race boats like the Mumm 36 while retaining cruiser comforts for weekend overnights. This variant prioritizes racing prowess over the standard cruiser's taller cabin, offering a V-berth forward, saloon settees, nav station, and quarter berth for up to 6 under 6'2" headroom, with a functional galley and head, powered by a Yanmar 3GM30 diesel (27 HP) for reliable motoring at 6-7 knots.
Construction Details
| Designer | Nelson/Marek |
|---|---|
| Builder | Morgan Yachts |
| Length | 36.000 ft |
| LOA | 36.000 ft |
| LWL | 29.410 ft |
| Beam | 11.830 ft |
| Displacement | 11900 lb |
| Ballast | 4000 lb |
| Max Draft | 6.670 ft |
| Year Built | 1985 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 48.50 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 14.40 ft |
| p | 42.40 ft |
| e | 12.72 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48.50 ft | 14.40 ft | 42.40 ft | 12.72 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Morgan 36 Race N/M - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 42.4 ft - (12924 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 12.72 ft - (3877 mm) |
| Leech | * 43.73 ft - (13329 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 43.84 ft - (13362 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 4.5 in - (114 mm) |
| Area | * 277.366 ft² |
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Morgan 36 Race N/M - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 40.47 ft - (12335 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 18.85 ft - (5745 mm) |
| Leech | * 35.56 ft - (10839 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 16.56 ft - (5047 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12 ° |
| Area | * 335.12 ft² |
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Morgan 36 Race N/M - GENOA
| Luff | * 48.06 ft - (14649 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 23.07 ft - (7032 mm) |
| Leech | * 45.42 ft - (13844 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 21.6 ft - (6584 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4 ° |
| Area | * 519.04 ft² |
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Morgan 36 Race N/M - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 48.06 ft - (14649 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 25.92 ft - (7900 mm) |
| Foot | * 25.92 ft - (7900 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 1059 ft² |
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