34 Dehler 1987 Boat for Sale

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Edgewater, MD

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Last updated Mar 10, 2026

Kwikar Boat | 34' Dehler 1987

The 1987 Dehler Optima 101 is a well-regarded racer-cruiser sailboat designed by E.G. Van de Stadt and built by Dehler Yachts in Germany. It blends performance with comfort, making it a favorite among sailing enthusiasts. This model is known for its excellent sailing characteristics, clever interior design, and solid build quality.

It’s based on the successful DB-2 ¾ ton racer and offers a thrilling ride with enough comfort for coastal cruising. It is a legit Offshore Racer. This design has won the IOR World Championship (DB-2).

Sistership shown above.

Here's a detailed overview:

General Specifications

Length Overall: 33.14 ft.
Waterline Length: 29.25 ft.
Beam: 11.15 ft.
Draft: 5.58 ft. (fin keel)
Displacement: 8511 lb.
Ballast: 3968 lb. (cast iron)
Hull Type: Monohull, fiberglass construction
Keel Type: Fin keel
Rudder Type: Balanced spade rudder

Rig and Sails

Rig Type: Fractional sloop
Reported Sail Area: 486.75 sq. ft.
Mainsail Area: 258.17 sq. ft.
Foresail Area: 228.58 sq. ft.
Sail Inventory: Includes 2 mainsails, 2 jibs and a spinnaker - Primary sails are in excellent condition

Engine and Systems

Engine: Yanmar 2GM20, 18HP diesel
Fuel Capacity: 10 Gallons
Freshwater Capacity: 20 Gallons
Steering: Wheel steering
Electrical: 12/220V system with shore power and battery charger

Interior and Accommodations

Cabins: 2 cabins plus saloon
Berths: Sleeps 4–6
Headroom: 6'2"
Galley: Equipped with propane stove, oven, and fridge
Head: Manual toilet (Jabsco)

Navigation and Equipment

VHF radio, compass, depth, speed & wind instruments
Dodger, cockpit cushions
Harken self-tailing winches, windward sheeting traveler

Performance and Handling

Hull Speed: ~7.25 knots
Sail Area/Displacement Ratio: ~18.75 (good performance)
Ballast/Displacement Ratio: ~46.62% (stiff and stable)
Comfort Ratio: ~17.42 (lightweight racer)
Capsize Screening: ~2.19 (coastal capable)

Denison Yachting is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Veteran Yacht Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. A yacht buyer should instruct his yacht broker, or his boat surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice. This boat may be listed with another yacht broker.