Question 1

What are the specs of the FOXCUB 18?

Accepted Answer

The FOXCUB 18 has the following specifications: 18ft LOA, 6.42ft beam, 3.25ft draft, 1,400lb displacement, 554lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the FOXCUB 18 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Copland Boats (UK), designed by Uffa Fox, first built in 1972, with production ending in 1984, 650 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the FOXCUB 18 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The FOXCUB 18 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 10.72, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.3, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the FOXCUB 18?

Accepted Answer

The FOXCUB 18 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.17, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 139.13, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a FOXCUB 18?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a FOXCUB 18 is estimated at $500 – $1.2K. 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 FOXCUB 18 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the FOXCUB 18 (18ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $500 – $1.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 18ft boat: Florida: $3,200-$8,600/year. California: $3,000-$7,600/year. Massachusetts: $2,300-$5,000/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,300-$6,300/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,200-$3,900/year. Texas: $1,300-$3,900/year. Washington: $2,600-$5,600/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,800/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,900-$3,900/year. South Carolina: $2,800-$5,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $14K 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 FOXCUB 18?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the FOXCUB 18 (18ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,200-$8,600/year. California: $3,000-$7,600/year. Massachusetts: $2,300-$5,000/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,300-$6,300/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,200-$3,900/year. Texas: $1,300-$3,900/year. Washington: $2,600-$5,600/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,800/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,900-$3,900/year. South Carolina: $2,800-$5,400/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 FOXCUB 18?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 8 issues reported for the FOXCUB 18 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, rudder, structural, keel, 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 FOXCUB 18.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a FOXCUB 18?

Accepted Answer

When buying a FOXCUB 18, SailPages.com has compiled 8 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging, rudder, structural, keel, deck. 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 FOXCUB 18 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 FOXCUB 18 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The FOXCUB 18 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 18ft LOA, comfort ratio 10.72, capsize ratio 2.3, SA/disp 17.17. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	18 ft
LWL	16.5 ft
Beam	6.42 ft
Draft	3.25 ft
Displacement	1,400 lb
Ballast	554 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.4 kn

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