Sabre 34 Series I (HULL nos. 001-255)
Description
The Sabre 34 Series I, also known as the Mark I or Mk I, is the foundational production run of the esteemed Sabre 34, a timeless performance cruiser designed by the Sabre Yachts team (with strong Roger Hewson influence) and built in Wiscasset, Maine, USA. Launched in 1976, it set the standard for Sabre's blend of speed, seaworthiness, and luxurious comfort in a 34-footer, targeting coastal racers and family cruisers. The hull's moderate displacement and efficient lines deliver solid upwind pointing (PHRF ~132–144), while the high ballast ratio (~40%) provides stiffness in 20–30 knot conditions without excessive heel. Hand-laid fiberglass construction (solid below waterline), a skeg-hung rudder for protection, and optional shoal-draft keel make it versatile for East Coast bays or short offshore legs. The teak interior is renowned for its warmth and functionality, sleeping 6 comfortably. All 255 hulls were produced from 1976 to 1983, before the Series II (Mk II, hulls #256–~355, 1984–1989) introduced aft-cabin and Targa variants with minor hull tweaks (e.g., wider beam aft). As of January 2026, these classics remain highly sought-after for their overbuilt quality and value retention, with robust support from Sabre's owner communities.
Construction Details
| Designer | Roger Hewson |
|---|---|
| Builder | Sabre Yachts (USA) |
| Length | 34.170 ft |
| LOA | 34.170 ft |
| LWL | 26.250 ft |
| Beam | 10.500 ft |
| Displacement | 11400 lb |
| Ballast | 4600 lb |
| Max Draft | 5.500 ft |
| Year Built | 1976 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 43.58 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 14 ft |
| p | 38.08 ft |
| e | 10.83 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43.58 ft | 14 ft | 38.08 ft | 10.83 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Sabre 34 Series I (HULL nos. 001-255) - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 38.08 ft - (11607 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 10.83 ft - (3301 mm) |
| Leech | * 39.02 ft - (11893 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 39.22 ft - (11954 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 4.5 in - (114 mm) |
| Area | * 212.27 ft² |
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Sabre 34 Series I (HULL nos. 001-255) - JIBSAIL
| Luff | 42.5 ft - (12954 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 15.5 ft - (4724 mm) |
| Leech | 38.5 ft - (11735 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 100.07 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 14.01 ft - (4270 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 7.55 ° |
| Area | * 297.64 ft² |
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Sabre 34 Series I (HULL nos. 001-255) - JIBSAIL
| Luff | 42 ft - (12802 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 17.5 ft - (5334 mm) |
| Leech | 38.5 ft - (11735 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 114.57 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 16.04 ft - (4889 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 5.77 ° |
| Area | * 336.82 ft² |
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Sabre 34 Series I (HULL nos. 001-255) - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 36.62 ft - (11162 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 18.56 ft - (5657 mm) |
| Leech | * 31.79 ft - (9690 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115.07 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 16.11 ft - (4910 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 11.96 ° |
| Area | * 294.99 ft² |
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Sabre 34 Series I (HULL nos. 001-255) - GENOA
| Luff | 42.25 ft - (12878 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 22.67 ft - (6910 mm) |
| Leech | 39.67 ft - (12091 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 149.86 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 20.98 ft - (6395 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4.44 ° |
| Area | * 443.25 ft² |
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Sabre 34 Series I (HULL nos. 001-255) - GENOA
| Luff | * 43.48 ft - (13253 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 22.59 ft - (6885 mm) |
| Leech | * 41.28 ft - (12582 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150.86 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 21.12 ft - (6437 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 2.97 ° |
| Area | * 459.18 ft² |
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Sabre 34 Series I (HULL nos. 001-255) - GENOA
| Luff | 42.5 ft - (12954 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 20.33 ft - (6197 mm) |
| Leech | 39.75 ft - (12116 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 134.93 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 18.89 ft - (5758 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.91 ° |
| Area | * 401.34 ft² |
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Sabre 34 Series I (HULL nos. 001-255) - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | 44 ft - (13411 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 24 ft - (7315 mm) |
| Leech | 41.5 ft - (12649 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 792 ft² |
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Sabre 34 Series I (HULL nos. 001-255) - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 43.48 ft - (13253 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 25.2 ft - (7681 mm) |
| Foot | * 25.2 ft - (7681 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 931 ft² |
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Sabre 34 Series I (HULL nos. 001-255) - STORMJIB
| Luff | * 25.18 ft - (7675 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 10.49 ft - (3197 mm) |
| Leech | * 20.68 ft - (6303 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 60 % |
| Length Perp | * 8.4 ft - (2560 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 18.99 ° |
| Area | * 105.76 ft² |
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