The Amazing Beneteau Swift Trawler 35

Stylish, fuel efficient and affordable, this ST35 is the perfect weekend getaway.

OVERVIEW:  
A handsome, well-conceived coastal cruiser meant for the cruising couple. Classic lines and traditional layout appeals to sailors and powerboats alike.

NOTABLE FEATURES:
• Telescoping transom brackets concealed in the aft hull structure provide pickup points for a dinghy.
• Two-section transom door opens the cockpit wide to the swim platform.
• Asymmetrical deck layout—the port side deck is narrower than the starboard side deck—maximizes salon dimensions.
• Large side door next to the helm makes single-handed docking easy.

WHAT THE EXPERTS SAY:
“No two ways about it: This boat is meant for a cruising couple or family that occasionally has guests on board, and it’s an ideal entry-level cruiser for buyers looking to get their feet wet on long trips.”

–Power & Motoryacht Magazine

“Simply put, the Swift Trawler 35 felt good underway. She tracked perfectly and was a joy to drive. While getting up on plane she had very little bow rise, and the expansive glass in the saloon made for optimal visibility.”

–Passagemaker Magazine

“From the writer’s perspective, the Swift Trawler 35 is just about the perfect Aussie family cruiser, especially if you have a flock of kids to take boating.”

–Flagstallpower.com.au

POWERBOAT GUIDE REVIEW:
Successor to the popular Swift Trawler 34 (of which more than 400 were built), the Beneteau Swift Trawler 35 is a stylish coastal cruiser designed to appeal to sailors and powerboaters alike. The interior features a traditional layout with the convertible dinette to starboard in the salon and the U-shaped galley forward to port. Large salon windows flood the interior with natural lighting and a glass door next to the lower helm makes single-handed docking easy. There are two cabins below. The master  stateroom with island berth is forward and the guest stateroom with bunk beds is to port. Both share a single head with separate stall shower.

The Swift Trawler’s asymmetric design — the starboard side deck is wider than the port side deck — maximizes salon space. A two panel transom door opens the cockpit to the swim platform, and a large hatch in the cockpit sole provides access to the engine. Telescoping transom brackets provide pickup points for a dinghy, very useful. Additional features include sliding glass entry doors, teak cockpit sole, bow and stern thrusters and a starboard-side boarding gate. A single Cummins 425hp diesel will cruise the Swift Trawler 35 at 12 knots (16–18 knots top).

PRICE: From the low $500s.

ST35 Specifications:

Swift Trawler 35 Layout: