- Builder
- Dufour
- Model
- Classic 38
- Sloop +1
- Length
- 39.3 ft
- Built in
- France
General
BuilderDufour
Country of Origin🇫🇷 France
Boat TypeSloop, Monohull
CategorySail
Hull TypeMonohull
Hull ModifierSoft chine, V-sections, Spray rails
Hull MaterialFiberglass
Vessel DesignerYann Chabaud / Olivier Poncin
Accommodation
LayoutLayout 1
Guest Limit6
Wet Head1
Total Heads1
Engines
Standard · 1× Volvo Penta MD2040
Drive TypeSail Drive
Engines1
Horsepower per Engine40 HP
Fuel TypeDiesel
Measurements
Overall Length39.3 ft
Waterline Length32.3 ft
Beam12.6 ft
Standard Draft6.2 ft
Displacement Weight13,558.4 lb
Keel Weight4,629.7 lb
Fuel Tank Capacity42 gal
Fresh Water Tank90 gal
Rigging
Main Sail308 sq ft
Figures are for the current generation unless marked otherwise. Where a specification differs by generation or engine package, it is shown for the relevant version.
What Is a Dufour Classic 38?
Dufour Classic 38 is a traditional cruising monohull sailboat designed for comfortable offshore and coastal sailing. It features a stable displacement hull, practical deck layout, and a spacious interior.
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Authorized Dufour Dealers
Dealers authorized by Dufour for the areas shown. Brokerage firms selling used hulls are not listed here.
Bvyachts
Dufour Classic 38 Exterior
Dufour Classic 38 Interior
Dufour Classic 38 Deck Layout
Frequently Asked Questions
The current generation of the Dufour Classic 38 measures 39.3 ft overall, with a beam of 12.6 ft.
Top and cruising speed depend on the engine package and load. Check the engines tab in the specifications above and the individual listings for the figures of each hull.
New hulls are priced by the builder and its dealers and include the current generation's equipment. Used hulls are priced by their owners and reflect age, hours, condition, and upgrades since delivery.