Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36
Description
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36 is a classic cruising sailboat designed by J&J Design (Jacques Fauroux and J. Berret), launched in 1989 as part of Jeanneau’s Sun Odyssey line, aimed at delivering affordable performance and comfort for coastal cruising and occasional offshore passages. Built in Les Herbiers, France, it was a popular choice for families and small crews, offering a spacious interior, a forgiving rig, and a balanced hull that sails well in varied conditions. With its moderate displacement, fin keel, and masthead sloop configuration, the Sun Odyssey 36 blends ease of handling with respectable speed, making it ideal for weekend getaways or extended coastal trips. Approximately 200–300 units were produced from 1989 to 1995, replaced by the Sun Odyssey 36.2 in 1996.
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 43.64 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 12.30 ft |
| p | 40.36 ft |
| e | 15.09 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43.64 ft | 12.30 ft | 40.36 ft | 15.09 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
| Sail Type | MAINSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 40.36 ft - (12302 mm) |
| Foot | * 15.09 ft - (4599 mm) |
| Leech | * 42.31 ft - (12896 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 42.59 ft - (12981 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | * 313.12 ft² |
| Sail Type | JIBSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | 42 ft - (12802 mm) |
| Foot | 12.167 ft - (3709 mm) |
| Leech | 38.67 ft - (11787 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 90.33 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 11.11 ft - (3386 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 8.32 ° |
| Area | * 233.31 ft² |
| Sail Type | JIBSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 36.27 ft - (11055 mm) |
| Foot | * 15.98 ft - (4871 mm) |
| Leech | * 32.11 ft - (9787 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 114.96 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 14.14 ft - (4310 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12.01 ° |
| Area | * 256.46 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 43.07 ft - (13128 mm) |
| Foot | * 19.6 ft - (5974 mm) |
| Leech | * 40.86 ft - (12454 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 18.45 ft - (5624 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.98 ° |
| Area | * 397.34 ft² |
| Sail Type | ASYMMETRICAL |
|---|---|
| Luff | 44 ft - (13411 mm) |
| Foot | 21 ft - (6401 mm) |
| Leech | 41 ft - (12497 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 693 ft² |
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