Albin 35 TE power options

[jrecker]

Guys,

I'm in the market for a 35TE and looking for feedback on the ideal engine package for this boat. I'm wondering if the 300hp Yanmars are underpowered and less efficient than more current models with the larger engines. On the west coast it's often not comfortable to run boats this size much more than 20 knots, but I also wonder if an engine that is struggling to run 17 knots is less efficient than a boat with the larger engines at the same speed. Any thing else I should know? I assume the boat is pretty stable in short period swells while drifting? I have currently own a 29' Blackfin SF that rocks more than I like in steep swells so hoping these do better with the lower profile with less deadrise. It's all about compromises, so I'm hoping to learn more about the Albins.

Thanks,

Jeff

[loganmj]

Jeff-
I have a 2000 35TE with twin Cummins 370's. In relatively calm water we cruise 20-22 kts which is about 2100-2200 rpm, maybe a little more. I know of another 35TE in my marina that recently went under contract with Yanmars and the PO said he ran 16-17 kts. If it is really choppy out, or seas are confused due to opposing wind and current directions, we drop back to 16-17, sometimes even lower to avoid pounding when running into the wind.

I don't think you would notice any difference in efficiency as the hulls require the same horsepower to go whatever cruise speed. There might be some difference but I would think it is minimal.

Yes the hulls are pretty stable due to wide beam, low center of gravity.

We have had our boat 3 years now and really like it. Good luck on your hunt.

[jrecker]

Thanks for the feedback, that's pretty much what I expected.