Question 1

What are the specs of the ASTUS 16.5?

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The ASTUS 16.5 has the following specifications: 16.21ft LOA, 12.47ft beam, 3.61ft draft, 463lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

How much does a ASTUS 16.5 cost?

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The ASTUS 16.5 has an average asking price of $24,299, with prices ranging from $22,896 to $25,000 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the ASTUS 16.5 and when was it made?

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Built by Astus Boats (FRA), designed by VPLP Design, first built in 2016.

Question 4

Is the ASTUS 16.5 good for offshore sailing?

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The ASTUS 16.5 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull.  The capsize screening ratio is 6.45, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the ASTUS 16.5?

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The ASTUS 16.5 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 43.22, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a ASTUS 16.5?

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Annual maintenance for a ASTUS 16.5 is estimated at $200 – $600. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a ASTUS 16.5 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the ASTUS 16.5 (16.21ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $200 – $600/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $200-$400/year (based on $24,299 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 16.21ft boat: Florida: $2,900-$7,800/year. California: $2,700-$6,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,000-$4,500/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $2,000-$5,700/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,900-$3,500/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,500/year. Washington: $2,300-$5,100/year. Michigan: $1,100-$2,500/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,800-$3,500/year. South Carolina: $2,500-$4,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $11K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a ASTUS 16.5?

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Marina slip costs for the ASTUS 16.5 (16.21ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $2,900-$7,800/year. California: $2,700-$6,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,000-$4,500/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $2,000-$5,700/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,900-$3,500/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,500/year. Washington: $2,300-$5,100/year. Michigan: $1,100-$2,500/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,800-$3,500/year. South Carolina: $2,500-$4,900/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 9

What are the common problems with the ASTUS 16.5?

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SailPages.com has compiled 23 issues reported for the ASTUS 16.5 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, rudder, rigging, engine, deck, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the ASTUS 16.5.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a ASTUS 16.5?

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When buying a ASTUS 16.5, SailPages.com has compiled 23 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, rudder, rigging, engine, deck, hull. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the ASTUS 16.5 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the ASTUS 16.5 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The ASTUS 16.5 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 16.21ft LOA, capsize ratio 6.45, SA/disp 43.22, average price $24,299. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	16.21 ft
Beam	12.47 ft
Draft	3.61 ft/ 0.66 ft min
Displacement	463 lb
Material	16’ 2”4.94 m

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