The Tartan 37, designed by the legendary firm of Sparkman & Stephens (Design No. 2243), stands as a definitive benchmark in the evolution of the American performance cruiser. Launched in 1976, this model was conceived during an era when Sparkman & Stephens was transitioning away from the extreme dictates of the International Offshore Rule (IOR), resulting in a hull form that prioritizes sea-kindliness and balance over raw racing metrics. With approximately 486 hulls produced between 1976 and 1988, it remains one of the most successful designs in the history of Tartan Yachts. The boat was offered in two primary configurations: a deep-fin keel for maximum windward performance and a highly popular keel-centerboard version that reduced the draft to just over four feet, making it an ideal choice for the thin waters of the Chesapeake Bay and the Bahamas.
Used Tartan 37 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Tartan
- Model
- 37
- Builder
- Tartan Marine
- Designer
- Sparkman & Stephens
- Number Built
- 486
- Production Year(s)
- 1976 - 1989
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