Broom Ocean 38 & 38cl
The 38 was designed by Andrew Wolstenholme to bridge the gap between Broom’s Offshore and Coastal ranges, resurrecting the hugely successful semi-displacement Broom and Ocean 37s. Equally at home at sea or on the inland waterways the 38 incorporated a good size keel which protects the rudders and propellors, gives good steering at slow speeds and has the added advantage of allowing the boat to take the ground in drying harbours.
The wide beam allows for the usual spacious Broom aft cabin, with en suite toilet and separate shower stall, a raised deck lounge plus dinette at galley level. A compact forward V-berth provides comfortable accommodation for occasional guests, with a second toilet adjacent. A sliding door to port provides access directly to the side decks.
The 38 was available with a single 135HP Perkins diesel for displacement speeds, but most boats were fitted with twin Volvo or Perkins engines between 135HP and 265HP each.The
Ocean 38 was renamed the Broom 38CL towards the end of its life to strengthen the Broom branding and bring it in line with the rest of the Coastal range.
| LOA: | 38ft 6in / 11.74m |
| Beam: | 13ft 0in / 3.96m |
| Draught: | 3ft 6in / 1.06m |
| Min. Air Draught: | 10ft 6in / 3.2m |
| Hull/Deck: | GRP |
| Hull Form: | Semi-displacement |
| Cruise Speed: | 15 knots |
| Max. Speed: | 20 knots |
| Fuel Capacity: | 2 x 100 gals / 454ltr |
| Water Capacity: | 100 gals / 454ltr |
| Build Period: | 1997-2002 |
| Number Built: | 64 |
| Previous Model: | Broom 37 |
| Successor Model: | Broom 39KL |
| Market Value: | £140,000 – 180,000 |