J/22 vs J/35
How do the J/22 and J/35 compare? Below, their dimensions, displacement, sail area and the standard design ratios side by side, followed by a data-driven summary.
J/22 
J/35 | J/22 | J/35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 22.5 ft6.86 m | 35.5 ft10.82 m |
| Waterline length | 19.0 ft5.79 m | 30.0 ft9.14 m |
| Beam | 8.0 ft2.44 m | 11.8 ft3.60 m |
| Draft | 3.8 ft1.16 m | 6.9 ft2.10 m |
| Displacement | 1,790 lb812 kg | 10,500 lb4,763 kg |
| Ballast | 700 lb318 kg | 4,400 lb1,996 kg |
| Sail area | 227 ft²21.1 m² | 636 ft²59.1 m² |
| SA / Displacement | 24.64 | 21.22 |
| Displacement / Length | 117 | 174 |
| Comfort ratio | 8.6 | 19.2 |
| Capsize screening | 2.64 | 2.16 |
| Hull speed (kn) | 5.8 | 7.3 |
J/22 vs J/35: the short version
- The J/35 is the larger boat at 35.5 ft10.82 m LOA versus 22.5 ft6.86 m for the J/22.
- The J/35 is heavier, displacing about 487% more, which usually means a steadier but slower-to-accelerate hull.
- On sail area/displacement the J/22 carries the more powerful rig (24.6 vs 21.2), favouring lighter-air performance.
- The J/35 scores higher on the Brewer comfort ratio, suggesting an easier motion in a seaway.
- By the capsize screening formula the J/35 rates better for offshore work (2.16 vs 2.64).
Ratios are guidelines computed from published specs; condition, layout and gear matter as much as the numbers.