Issue #: 197
Published: September / October 2024
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The most recent new model from the Danish specialist in folding trimarans dates back now to January 2020... so it’s precisely 5 years after the launch of the Dragonfly 40 that the manufacturer will be unveiling its new 36 at the next boot Düsseldorf.
This trimaran, which can still be folded thanks to its further optimized Swing Wing system, has taken two and a half years to develop. In terms of design, this new model will be the first Dragonfly to feature three inverted bows - until now, the central hull has always retained a traditional bow shape. Unsurprisingly, the 36 will be available in both Touring and Performance versions, the latter having a rig 2 meters (6½ feet) taller. What’s more unusual is that the profile will be in carbon on both models. The Dragonfly 36 will feature a fixed 0.90 m (3’) bowsprit for easy downwind sail handling as well as anchoring. The large cockpit, divided into two zones, offers comfortable seating forward; all sailing maneuvers are led aft to four electric winches, close to the two helm stations.
Below deck, the new interior design features double cabins forward and aft, a separate bathroom, a fully equipped galley and a spacious saloon. The standard finish is in ash, with elm as an option.
Builder: Quorning Boats
Architects: Olsen Design/Quorning Boats ApS
Length: 37’11”/44’1” (11.55/13.43 m)
Beam: 26’8”/12’2” (8.12/3.7 m)
Waterline length: 35’9” (10.9 m)
Draft: 2’2”/6’7” (0.67/2 m)
Light displacement: 9,925 lbs (4.5 t)
Mast height: 54’2” or 60’8” - Performance version (16.5 m or 18.5 m)
Mainsail: 645 or 753 sq ft (60 or 70 m²)
Self-tacking jib: 215 or 269 sq ft (20 or 25 m²)
Genoa: 323 or 414 sq ft (30 or 38.5 m²)
Gennaker: 1,184 or 1,615 sq ft (110 or 150 m²)
Motor: 30 or 40 HP
Fuel: 23 US gal (90 l)
Water: 52 US gal (200 l)
CE Category: A5/B7
Price: € 495,000 ex-tax
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