The Irwin 34 Citation represents a pivotal moment in Ted Irwin’s design evolution, marking a departure from the traditional, heavy-displacement cruisers of the 1960s toward a more contemporary "racer-cruiser" aesthetic. Introduced in 1978, the 34 Citation was part of a broader series that included the Citation 31, 39, and 40, all of which aimed to capture a market segment demanding better upwind performance without sacrificing the "living room on the water" philosophy that made Irwin Yachts a commercial powerhouse. Unlike the earlier Irwin 34, which featured a more conservative hull and often a ketch rig, the Citation variant utilized a sleek fin keel, a spade rudder, and a high-aspect masthead sloop rig, positioning it as a direct competitor to the popular Catalina and Hunter models of the era.
Used Irwin 34 Citation Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Irwin
- Model
- 34 Citation
- Builder
- Irwin Yachts
- Designer
- Ted Irwin
- Number Built
- 300
- Production Year(s)
- 1979 - 1985
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