Question 1

What are the specs of the CAL T/4?

Accepted Answer

The CAL T/4 has the following specifications: 24.17ft LOA, 8ft beam, 4ft draft, 4,000lb displacement, 2,000lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the CAL T/4 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Jensen Marine (USA), designed by C. William Lapworth, first built in 1971, with production ending in 1972, 238 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the CAL T/4 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The CAL T/4 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 17.64, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.02, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the CAL T/4?

Accepted Answer

The CAL T/4 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.3, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 192.82, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a CAL T/4?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a CAL T/4 is estimated at $900 – $2.5K. 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 CAL T/4 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the CAL T/4 (24.17ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $900 – $2.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 24.17ft boat: Florida: $4,400-$11,600/year. California: $4,100-$10,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,000-$6,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,000-$8,500/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,200/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,200/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,500/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,200/year. South Carolina: $3,800-$7,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $19K 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 CAL T/4?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the CAL T/4 (24.17ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,400-$11,600/year. California: $4,100-$10,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,000-$6,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,000-$8,500/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,200/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,200/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,500/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,200/year. South Carolina: $3,800-$7,300/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 CAL T/4?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 5 issues reported for the CAL T/4 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in keel, hull, engine, rudder, 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 CAL T/4.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a CAL T/4?

Accepted Answer

When buying a CAL T/4, SailPages.com has compiled 5 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel, hull, engine, rudder. 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 CAL T/4 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the CAL T/4?

Accepted Answer

The CAL T/4 has the following rig dimensions: I=30ft (foretriangle height), J=10ft (foretriangle base), P=23.6ft (mainsail luff), E=9ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 264.7 sq ft. Jib area: 150 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the CAL T/4 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The CAL T/4 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 24.17ft LOA, comfort ratio 17.64, capsize ratio 2.02, SA/disp 16.3. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	24.17 ft
LWL	21 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	4 ft
Displacement	4,000 lb
Ballast	2,000 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.1 kn

Iforetriangle height	30 ft
Jforetriangle base	10 ft
Pmainsail luff	23.6 ft
Emainsail foot	9 ft
FLforestay	10 ft
Mainsail	264.7 sq ft
Jib (100%)	150 sq ft
Spinnaker	255 sq ft

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