Faurby 370 Information, Review, Specs

The Faurby 370 entered production in 2020 and remains an active model in the Faurby Yachts lineup, reflecting the builder's continuous dedication to its Performance Cruiser range. Faurby Yachts, founded in 1976 by Niels Peter Faurby, has always prioritized building yachts of the highest quality through meticulous craftsmanship and individual customization. The design philosophy behind the Faurby 370, in line with the yard's overall ethos, aims to deliver a luxury blue water cruiser optimized for strong upwind capabilities, a hallmark of Baltic Sea-style boats, 7, 9].

Faurby's manufacturing ethos during this period emphasizes that "no two Faurby yachts are exactly alike," with each vessel being custom-built to order, 5]. This bespoke approach allows extensive personalization of layouts, materials, and features. The hull of the Faurby 370 is an evolution, based on the earlier Faurby 363 design, with modifications to enhance its profile. The builder further notes that the design incorporates a low center of gravity and a high ballast ratio, paired with a tall and powerful rig, all contributing to impressive performance. Construction also features a robust interior marine plywood structure, ensuring the inherent stiffness of the yacht. Various keel and draft options are available, providing further customization to suit individual owner preferences and sailing needs.

Sailing Performance and Handling

The Faurby 370 is engineered for impressive sailing performance, blending a "slippery hull design" with performance-focused keel and rudder configurations. With a sail area to displacement ratio (SA/D) of approximately 19.84, the Faurby 370 demonstrates strong potential for excellent performance even in lighter wind conditions. Its ballast to displacement ratio (Bal/D) of around 38.8% indicates good stability, allowing the boat to stand up well to wind and providing a comfortable motion in a seaway. Further highlighting its performance orientation, the displacement to length ratio (D/L) of approximately 171.68 categorizes the Faurby 370 as a moderately light performance cruiser.

Anecdotal reports from its inclusion in a "big performance cruiser test" by the German magazine Yacht underscore its capabilities, with the boat described as "remarkable" and distinct from many other 37-footers. The design features, such as recessed and faired skin fittings, are specifically implemented to reduce turbulence and enhance overall performance. With its modern and fast hull design, the Faurby 370 is lauded for its agile and balanced handling, living up to its designation as an "elegant Performance Cruiser".

Accommodations and Layout

The interior of the Faurby 370 exemplifies the builder's dedication to custom luxury and high-quality craftsmanship. While the maximum headroom of 6.3 feet provides ample space, the interior layout is highly variable, with Faurby offering an individualized "one-off" approach where "almost anything is possible" to meet owner specifications, 6].

Typically, the Faurby 370 features a spacious saloon designed to comfortably seat six people around a large table, fostering a luxurious and inviting atmosphere. The interior benefits from the builder's tradition of meticulous handcrafting by skilled craftsmen, boat builders, and cabinet makers, ensuring exquisite joinery and a premium finish throughout. The design generally includes two guest cabins. On deck, high cockpit coamings contribute to safety and shelter, thoughtfully incorporating rope bins to manage sail control lines led aft for a clean and functional deck space.