Question 1

What are the specs of the B&R 23?

Accepted Answer

The B&R 23 has the following specifications: 23ft LOA, 8ft beam, 4.75ft draft, 880lb displacement, 220lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: B&R. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the B&R 23 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by TB-Yacht (SWE), designed by Lars Bergstrom & Sven Ridder, first built in 1992.

Question 3

Is the B&R 23 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The B&R 23 is classified as a Performance Racer. It has a comfort ratio of 3.82, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 3.34, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the B&R 23?

Accepted Answer

The B&R 23 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 60.39, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 36.89, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a B&R 23?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a B&R 23 is estimated at $700 – $2.0K. 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 B&R 23 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the B&R 23 (23ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $700 – $2.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 23ft boat: Florida: $4,100-$11,000/year. California: $3,900-$9,700/year. Massachusetts: $2,900-$6,400/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,900-$8,100/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,800-$5,000/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,000/year. Washington: $3,300-$7,200/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,500-$5,000/year. South Carolina: $3,600-$6,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $18K 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 B&R 23?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the B&R 23 (23ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,100-$11,000/year. California: $3,900-$9,700/year. Massachusetts: $2,900-$6,400/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,900-$8,100/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,800-$5,000/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,000/year. Washington: $3,300-$7,200/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,500-$5,000/year. South Carolina: $3,600-$6,900/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 8

What are the common problems with the B&R 23?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the B&R 23 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, 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 B&R 23.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a B&R 23?

Accepted Answer

When buying a B&R 23, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural. 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 B&R 23 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the B&R 23 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The B&R 23 is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 23ft LOA, comfort ratio 3.82, capsize ratio 3.34, SA/disp 60.39. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	23 ft
LWL	22 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	4.75 ft/ 1 ft min
Displacement	880 lb
Ballast	220 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.3 kn

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