The new X-35 One Design will replace two formerly very successful sailboats from this shipyard, X-332 Sport and X-99. Thanks to accomplished racing victories, X-332 was exceptionally highly valued and, therefore, popular sailing boat. She has been produced ever since 1994, and she was reputed as the fastest and the most comfortable 33-footer on the market. X-99 was class for herself. Presented in distant 1985, she became the most comprehensive 33´ European Class with large number of boats, offered more than any other 33´ sailing boat - possibility of own class and handicap racing throughout the world. In accordance with this facts, by designing new X-35 the vision of designers was to create a sporty and simple yacht to sail, with extremely pleasing lines, providing under deck comfort areas for both crew after racing, but also for the active family during weekend cruising. With the open transom, the large working cockpit in front of the steering wheel, and all control lines on hand at both sides, this will be an exciting yacht to race around the buoys. The deep keel of 2.15 m, and the deep rudder controlled by the large steering wheel, denote that driving the X-35 up and downwind will have the feel of sailing a dinghy but with the comfort of stability. That is design philosophy result of simple and clear lines, which are easy to handle (main, 2 jibs, and 2 spinnakers). For cruising purposes a single line furler system can be installed above deck.
The 9/10th fractional mast is a new developed aluminium profile with two swept-back spreaders controlled by a backstay connected to X-Yachts’ patented “Magic wheel”. The rod rig combined with the special designed composite girder system ensures full mast control and high performance. The sail plan consists of a large main with non-overlapping jibs (108%) and symmetrical spinnaker. This will not just give the possibility of fast tacking duels upwind but also provide the expected excitement downwind, both in direct competition with competitors and when surfing. As the total weight will be just above 4000 kg, sailors can expect to get downwind surfing experiences similar or better compared to the X-332 Sport that achieved above 18 knots of speed in 25-35 knots of breeze.
Down below the X-35 will have a full-equipped galley with a 2 jet-oven and a cool box, a full head forward and sleeping berth for up to 8 people. Below the cockpit two double berths are divided with a longitudinal bulkhead and open towards the saloon. In front of the main bulkhead there is a separate cabin with a double berth and a head, increasing the comfort whilst cruising. With its 3 skylights and opening coach roof windows, the interior will feel very light and airy. The mast is stepped forward of the main bulkhead and out of sight when sitting at the foldable saloon table which can easily host 6 people and provide additional sleeping area when needed. The galley is purposely split between starboard and port to provide amble space for the necessary utensils that can ensure comfortable cruising.
Published: 2005
Photo: X-Yachts
| Technical details | |
| Producer: | X-YACHTS (DK) |
| LOA: | 34'80 ft |
| LOA: | 10,61 m |
| Waterline lenght: | 9,12 m |
| Beam: | 3,27 m |
| Draught: | 2,15 m |
| Ballast: | 1700 kg |
| Displacement: | 4300 kg |
| Fuel tank: | 100 l |
| Water tank: | 50 l |
| Berths: | 6+2 |
| Cabins: | 3 |
| Mainsail: | 40,1 m2 |
| Genoa: | 33,9 m2 |
| Spinnaker: | 105,7 m2 |
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