Question 1

What are the specs of the CARTWRIGHT 36?

Accepted Answer

The CARTWRIGHT 36 has the following specifications: 36ft LOA, 10.08ft beam, 6ft draft, 17,150lb displacement, 7,499.7lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Is the CARTWRIGHT 36 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The CARTWRIGHT 36 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 40.48, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.57, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 3

How fast is the CARTWRIGHT 36?

Accepted Answer

The CARTWRIGHT 36 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.09, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 361.4, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 4

How much does it cost to maintain a CARTWRIGHT 36?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a CARTWRIGHT 36 is estimated at $2.2K – $6.0K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 5

How much does it cost to own a CARTWRIGHT 36 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the CARTWRIGHT 36 (36ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.2K – $6.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 36ft boat: Florida: $6,500-$17,300/year. California: $6,000-$15,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,500-$10,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,500-$12,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,800/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,800/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,200/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,800/year. South Carolina: $5,600-$10,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $30K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 6

How much does it cost to dock a CARTWRIGHT 36?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the CARTWRIGHT 36 (36ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,500-$17,300/year. California: $6,000-$15,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,500-$10,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,500-$12,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,800/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,800/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,200/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,800/year. South Carolina: $5,600-$10,800/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 7

What are the common problems with the CARTWRIGHT 36?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the CARTWRIGHT 36 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, keel, 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 CARTWRIGHT 36.

Question 8

What should I look for when buying a CARTWRIGHT 36?

Accepted Answer

When buying a CARTWRIGHT 36, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, keel. 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 CARTWRIGHT 36 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 9

What are the sail dimensions of the CARTWRIGHT 36?

Accepted Answer

The CARTWRIGHT 36 has the following rig dimensions: I=43ft (foretriangle height), J=16ft (foretriangle base), P=38ft (mainsail luff), E=14.8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 647.7 sq ft. Jib area: 344 sq ft.

Question 10

How does the CARTWRIGHT 36 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The CARTWRIGHT 36 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 36ft LOA, comfort ratio 40.48, capsize ratio 1.57, SA/disp 15.09. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	36 ft
LWL	27.67 ft
Beam	10.08 ft
Draft	6 ft
Displacement	17,150 lb
Ballast	7,499.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	43 ft
Jforetriangle base	16 ft
Pmainsail luff	38 ft
Emainsail foot	14.8 ft
FLforestay	16 ft
Mainsail	647.7 sq ft
Jib (100%)	344 sq ft
Spinnaker	584.8 sq ft

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