Taking on the stout looks of boats such as trawlers and long-range cabin cruisers, the C34 was introduced in early 2013 as part of the builder’s “next generation of yachts” at the Miami International Boat Show. Design elements in the C34 include a plumb bow (a first for Carver), wide side decks, aggressive sheer line, sturdy side and bow rails, and a huge flying bridge. Round ports in her hull up forward add to the boat’s “shippy” trawler look. Her hull is hand-laid fiberglass and epoxy resin that utilizes core materials at strategic points and a composite foam grid system below the waterline for strength and weight savings. She weighs 18,000 pounds dry with the standard MerCruiser power plants.
In the cockpit you’ll find loads of plush bench seating with backrests, a transom walkthrough to the swim platform, and a set of steps—not a ladder—up to the flybridge. The bow is set off by a large opening hatch and a bowsprit set with anchoring gear forward. The bridge (accessed from the aft cockpit via a set of stairs) has a helm with swiveling captain’s chair situated to starboard with a large U-shaped settee and table to port and sundeck area aft, which unfortunately is likely too small for a lift crane and dinghy storage, but ample enough in size for other tote-along cruising gear. Hand holds and railing are ample throughout the bridge.
The open and airy main saloon is configurable either with or without a helm station forward and to starboard. In either configuration, the galley is “up” and in laid out in an “L” shape with plenty of room for a microwave, refrigeration, sink, electric range, and lots of cabinet space. The rest of the main saloon is dominated by the large, U-shaped dinette. Lighting and ventilation are ample through sliding side windows, large forward windshields, and double opening glass doors aft, which allow access to the cockpit.
Below the main saloon are a fully enclosed head with stall shower to port and a small private guest cabin with wardrobe and twin berths to starboard. The owner’s master stateroom is also private and accessed through a central door. The large master island berth lies down the centerline with lots of storage via twin wardrobes aft, and great ventilation through opening hull ports and an overhead opening hatch.
Standard power comes from two Mercury Marine 5.7-liter inboards, which each throw 300 horsepower to the water via V-drives and two 20-inch, four-blade, Nibral propellers on 1.5-inch stainless shafts. Optional power includes two Volvo Penta D4 300-horsepower inboard diesels. Xenta joystick control, which integrates the diesels with bow and stern thrusters, is an option.
Carver C34 Specifications:
LOA: 35’ 6”
Beam: 13’ 0”
Draft: 42”
Weight: 18,000 pounds
Fuel: 250 gallons
Water: 90 gallons
Power: Twin Mercury I/O @ 300 horsepower each
Monday, July 15, 2013 - 16:30
Carver certainly is known for its expansive and comfortable cruising boats that make the best use of every inch aboard, but this space has sometimes come with what some may consider slightly unconventional exterior styling and looks. Not so with Carver’s new 2013 C34, however, which breaks about every stereotype you may have held about the Wisconsin manufacturer’s offerings.
Taking on the stout looks of boats such as trawlers and long-range cabin cruisers, the C34 was introduced in early 2013 as part of the builder’s “next generation of yachts” at the Miami International Boat Show. Design elements in the C34 include a plumb bow (a first for Carver), wide side decks, aggressive sheer line, sturdy side and bow rails, and a huge flying bridge. Round ports in her hull up forward add to the boat’s “shippy” trawler look. Her hull is hand-laid fiberglass and epoxy resin that utilizes core materials at strategic points and a composite foam grid system below the waterline for strength and weight savings. She weighs 18,000 pounds dry with the standard MerCruiser power plants.
In the cockpit you’ll find loads of plush bench seating with backrests, a transom walkthrough to the swim platform, and a set of steps—not a ladder—up to the flybridge. The bow is set off by a large opening hatch and a bowsprit set with anchoring gear forward. The bridge (accessed from the aft cockpit via a set of stairs) has a helm with swiveling captain’s chair situated to starboard with a large U-shaped settee and table to port and sundeck area aft, which unfortunately is likely too small for a lift crane and dinghy storage, but ample enough in size for other tote-along cruising gear. Hand holds and railing are ample throughout the bridge.
The open and airy main saloon is configurable either with or without a helm station forward and to starboard. In either configuration, the galley is “up” and in laid out in an “L” shape with plenty of room for a microwave, refrigeration, sink, electric range, and lots of cabinet space. The rest of the main saloon is dominated by the large, U-shaped dinette. Lighting and ventilation are ample through sliding side windows, large forward windshields, and double opening glass doors aft, which allow access to the cockpit.
Below the main saloon are a fully enclosed head with stall shower to port and a small private guest cabin with wardrobe and twin berths to starboard. The owner’s master stateroom is also private and accessed through a central door. The large master island berth lies down the centerline with lots of storage via twin wardrobes aft, and great ventilation through opening hull ports and an overhead opening hatch.
Standard power comes from two Mercury Marine 5.7-liter inboards, which each throw 300 horsepower to the water via V-drives and two 20-inch, four-blade, Nibral propellers on 1.5-inch stainless shafts. Optional power includes two Volvo Penta D4 300-horsepower inboard diesels. Xenta joystick control, which integrates the diesels with bow and stern thrusters, is an option.
Carver C34 Specifications:
LOA: 35’ 6”
Beam: 13’ 0”
Draft: 42”
Weight: 18,000 pounds
Fuel: 250 gallons
Water: 90 gallons
Power: Twin Mercury I/O @ 300 horsepower each
Taking on the stout looks of boats such as trawlers and long-range cabin cruisers, the C34 was introduced in early 2013 as part of the builder’s “next generation of yachts” at the Miami International Boat Show. Design elements in the C34 include a plumb bow (a first for Carver), wide side decks, aggressive sheer line, sturdy side and bow rails, and a huge flying bridge. Round ports in her hull up forward add to the boat’s “shippy” trawler look. Her hull is hand-laid fiberglass and epoxy resin that utilizes core materials at strategic points and a composite foam grid system below the waterline for strength and weight savings. She weighs 18,000 pounds dry with the standard MerCruiser power plants.
In the cockpit you’ll find loads of plush bench seating with backrests, a transom walkthrough to the swim platform, and a set of steps—not a ladder—up to the flybridge. The bow is set off by a large opening hatch and a bowsprit set with anchoring gear forward. The bridge (accessed from the aft cockpit via a set of stairs) has a helm with swiveling captain’s chair situated to starboard with a large U-shaped settee and table to port and sundeck area aft, which unfortunately is likely too small for a lift crane and dinghy storage, but ample enough in size for other tote-along cruising gear. Hand holds and railing are ample throughout the bridge.
The open and airy main saloon is configurable either with or without a helm station forward and to starboard. In either configuration, the galley is “up” and in laid out in an “L” shape with plenty of room for a microwave, refrigeration, sink, electric range, and lots of cabinet space. The rest of the main saloon is dominated by the large, U-shaped dinette. Lighting and ventilation are ample through sliding side windows, large forward windshields, and double opening glass doors aft, which allow access to the cockpit.
Below the main saloon are a fully enclosed head with stall shower to port and a small private guest cabin with wardrobe and twin berths to starboard. The owner’s master stateroom is also private and accessed through a central door. The large master island berth lies down the centerline with lots of storage via twin wardrobes aft, and great ventilation through opening hull ports and an overhead opening hatch.
Standard power comes from two Mercury Marine 5.7-liter inboards, which each throw 300 horsepower to the water via V-drives and two 20-inch, four-blade, Nibral propellers on 1.5-inch stainless shafts. Optional power includes two Volvo Penta D4 300-horsepower inboard diesels. Xenta joystick control, which integrates the diesels with bow and stern thrusters, is an option.
Carver C34 Specifications:
LOA: 35’ 6”
Beam: 13’ 0”
Draft: 42”
Weight: 18,000 pounds
Fuel: 250 gallons
Water: 90 gallons
Power: Twin Mercury I/O @ 300 horsepower each