What the fleet has seen
The Dragonfly 36, as the fleet has seen it
Derived from the videos the fleet has analysed of this model. ▶ marks open the moment aboard.
The Dragonfly 36 is a 2025–present trimaran designed by Jens Quorning and Steen Olsen and built by Quorning Boats, offered in Touring and Performance versions. Its asymmetrical floats are angled at 8 degrees to optimize sailing performance up to 20 knots.watch The trimaran's construction uses carbon fiber in structural joints for reduced weight and increased strength.0:48 The cockpit layout, which mirrors the larger Dragonfly 40, features integrated shroud chainplates, Andersen winches, and heated EVA deck seating.2:18 A 21-horsepower engine is standard, with an optional 29-horsepower upgrade and a bow thruster.1:28 The vessel includes two cabins and one head.4:04 The standard Touring version carries a 61-square-meter mainsail, while the Performance version features a taller mast with a 73-square-meter mainsail.4:23 The Dragonfly 36 is priced at approximately 7.1 million Norwegian kroner.3:11 Its design prioritizes reduced friction with a narrow center hull and a high-aspect rudder blade.3:12 Aboard *Lady K Sailing*, the Dragonfly 36 is noted for its speed and shallow draft, reaching 10–15 knots while remaining flat, and drawing only two feet with the centerboard raised.6:01 The folding ama system allows the boat to fit standard marina slips, but adds a system to operate and maintain.7:03 The boat is sensitive to payload, unlike monohulls which tolerate extra gear without penalty.5:48 A radiant under-deck heating panel, similar to a car's heated surface, was tested on a Dragonfly 36.2:35
