Niagrara 35
Description
The Niagara 35, designed by Mark Ellis and built by Hinterhoeller Yachts in Canada from 1978 to 1990 with approximately 250 hulls produced across Mark I (1978–1984) and Mark II/Encore (1985–1990) series, is a revered 35-foot bluewater cruiser featuring an 11.42-foot beam, 26.75–27.5-foot waterline, and a protected 5.25-foot draft via a long encapsulated keel with either a centerboard (Mark I) or full keel (Mark II), carrying 5,500–5,800 pounds of lead ballast in a 14,000–14,500-pound displacement for exceptional stability, a comfort ratio of 30–35, and a capsize screening value under 1.80. Its masthead sloop (or optional cutter) rig delivers 626–650 square feet of sail area for a moderate SA/D of ~16.8–17.2 and PHRF ratings around 156–168, ensuring seakindly performance, heavy-weather composure, and effortless tracking under sail or power (Westerbeke/Yanmar 27–33 HP). The opulent teak interior offers 6’4” headroom, sleeping 5–6 across a V-berth, walk-through aft cabin (Mark II), pilot berths, and convertible saloon, plus a U-shaped galley, large nav station, and enclosed head with shower.
Construction Details
| Designer | Mark Ellis |
|---|---|
| Builder | Hinterhoeller Yachts Ltd. |
| Length | 35.080 ft |
| LOA | 35.080 ft |
| LWL | 26.670 ft |
| Beam | 11.420 ft |
| Displacement | 14000 lb |
| Max Draft | 5.170 ft |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 45 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 16 ft |
| p | 38 ft |
| e | 12.50 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 ft | 16 ft | 38 ft | 12.50 ft | - | - | - | - |
Documents
Sails
Niagrara 35 - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 38 ft - (11582 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 12.5 ft - (3810 mm) |
| Leech | * 39.32 ft - (11985 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 39.59 ft - (12067 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | * 245.66 ft² |
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Niagrara 35 - JIBSAIL
| Luff | 43 ft - (13106 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 23.25 ft - (7087 mm) |
| Leech | 35.75 ft - (10897 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 120.81 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 19.33 ft - (5892 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 14.2 ° |
| Area | * 415.52 ft² |
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Niagrara 35 - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 38.21 ft - (11646 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 21.6 ft - (6584 mm) |
| Leech | * 32.59 ft - (9933 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 18.4 ft - (5608 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12.01 ° |
| Area | * 351.55 ft² |
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Niagrara 35 - GENOA
| Luff | * 45.37 ft - (13829 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 26.19 ft - (7983 mm) |
| Leech | * 42.34 ft - (12905 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 24 ft - (7315 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4.03 ° |
| Area | * 544.4 ft² |
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Niagrara 35 - GENOA
| Luff | 44 ft - (13411 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 23.5 ft - (7163 mm) |
| Leech | 41 ft - (12497 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 135.25 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 21.64 ft - (6596 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.4 ° |
| Area | * 475.98 ft² |
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Niagrara 35 - GENOA
| Luff | 44 ft - (13411 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 21 ft - (6401 mm) |
| Leech | 40.5 ft - (12344 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 120.38 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 19.26 ft - (5870 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.92 ° |
| Area | * 423.7 ft² |
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Niagrara 35 - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | 46.5 ft - (14173 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 27 ft - (8230 mm) |
| Leech | 43 ft - (13106 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 942 ft² |
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Niagrara 35 - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 45.37 ft - (13829 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 28.8 ft - (8778 mm) |
| Foot | * 28.8 ft - (8778 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 1111 ft² |
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Niagrara 35 - STORMJIB
| Luff | 22 ft - (6706 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 11 ft - (3353 mm) |
| Leech | 17.5 ft - (5334 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 54.06 % |
| Length Perp | * 8.65 ft - (2637 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 18.54 ° |
| Area | * 95.2 ft² |
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