Irwin Citation 34
Description
Overview of the Irwin Citation 34 Sailboat The Irwin Citation 34 is a fiberglass sloop-rigged sailboat designed by naval architect Ted Irwin and produced by Irwin Yachts from 1978 to 1985. It was part of the "Citation" series, targeting economy-minded buyers seeking a balance between performance-oriented coastal racing and comfortable family cruising. With moderate proportions and a hint of International Offshore Rule (IOR) influence in its hull aft sections, it avoids extreme design features that could compromise handling. Approximately 305 hulls were built, primarily sold along the Eastern Seaboard and Great Lakes. The boat emphasizes ease of handling, spacious interiors for its size, and versatility for club racing or weekend getaways, though it's best suited as a coastal cruiser rather than a blue water vessel without modifications.
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 42 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 13.75 ft |
| p | 37 ft |
| e | 13.50 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 ft | 13.75 ft | 37 ft | 13.50 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
| Sail Type | MAINSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 37 ft - (11278 mm) |
| Foot | * 13.5 ft - (4115 mm) |
| Leech | * 38.71 ft - (11799 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 38.94 ft - (11869 mm) |
| Head (inches) | 5 in - (127 mm) |
| Area | * 256.34 ft² |
| Sail Type | JIBSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 35.35 ft - (10775 mm) |
| Foot | * 18.28 ft - (5572 mm) |
| Leech | * 30.58 ft - (9321 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 114.98 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 15.81 ft - (4819 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12 ° |
| Area | * 279.46 ft² |
| Sail Type | JIBSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | 41 ft - (12497 mm) |
| Foot | 21 ft - (6401 mm) |
| Leech | 38 ft - (11582 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 140.36 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 19.3 ft - (5883 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 5.06 ° |
| Area | * 395.73 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | 40.75 ft - (12421 mm) |
| Foot | 19.33 ft - (5892 mm) |
| Leech | 38 ft - (11582 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 130.33 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 17.92 ft - (5462 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.87 ° |
| Area | * 365.16 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 41.98 ft - (12796 mm) |
| Foot | * 22.26 ft - (6785 mm) |
| Leech | * 39.42 ft - (12015 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 149.96 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 20.62 ft - (6285 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4 ° |
| Area | * 432.83 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | 41 ft - (12497 mm) |
| Foot | 21 ft - (6401 mm) |
| Leech | 38 ft - (11582 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 140.36 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 19.3 ft - (5883 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 5.06 ° |
| Area | * 395.73 ft² |
| Sail Type | ASYMMETRICAL |
|---|---|
| Luff | 42.5 ft - (12954 mm) |
| Foot | 23.5 ft - (7163 mm) |
| Leech | 39.5 ft - (12040 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 749 ft² |
| Sail Type | SPINNAKER |
|---|---|
| Stays | * 41.98 ft - (12796 mm) |
| MidGirth | * 24.75 ft - (7544 mm) |
| Foot | * 24.75 ft - (7544 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 883 ft² |
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