Question 1

What are the specs of the ALBIN 7.8?

Accepted Answer

The ALBIN 7.8 has the following specifications: 25.59ft LOA, 9.06ft beam, 4.89ft draft, 5,181lb displacement, 2,094.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the ALBIN 7.8 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Albin Marine (SWE), designed by Peter Norlin, first built in 1979, with production ending in 1984.

Question 3

Is the ALBIN 7.8 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The ALBIN 7.8 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 18.52, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.1, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the ALBIN 7.8?

Accepted Answer

The ALBIN 7.8 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 13.29, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 222.64, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a ALBIN 7.8?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a ALBIN 7.8 is estimated at $1.0K – $2.7K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a ALBIN 7.8 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the ALBIN 7.8 (25.59ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.0K – $2.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 25.59ft boat: Florida: $4,600-$12,300/year. California: $4,300-$10,700/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,200/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$9,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,500/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,500/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,000/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,500/year. South Carolina: $4,000-$7,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $20K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a ALBIN 7.8?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the ALBIN 7.8 (25.59ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,600-$12,300/year. California: $4,300-$10,700/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,200/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$9,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,500/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,500/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,000/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,500/year. South Carolina: $4,000-$7,700/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 8

What are the sail dimensions of the ALBIN 7.8?

Accepted Answer

The ALBIN 7.8 has the following rig dimensions: I=30.51ft (foretriangle height), J=9.35ft (foretriangle base), P=29.5ft (mainsail luff), E=10.2ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 305.1 sq ft. Jib area: 142.6 sq ft.

Question 9

How does the ALBIN 7.8 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The ALBIN 7.8 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 25.59ft LOA, comfort ratio 18.52, capsize ratio 2.1, SA/disp 13.29. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	25.59 ft
LWL	21.82 ft
Beam	9.06 ft
Draft	4.89 ft
Displacement	5,181 lb
Ballast	2,094.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	30.51 ft
Jforetriangle base	9.35 ft
Pmainsail luff	29.5 ft
Emainsail foot	10.2 ft
FLforestay	9.4 ft
Mainsail	305.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	142.6 sq ft
Spinnaker	242.5 sq ft

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