Question 1

What are the specs of the INVICTA 26?

Accepted Answer

The INVICTA 26 has the following specifications: 26.44ft LOA, 7.35ft beam, 3.94ft draft, 5,137lb displacement, 2,315.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the INVICTA 26 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tyler Boat Co., designed by E. G. van de Stadt, first built in 1964.

Question 3

Is the INVICTA 26 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The INVICTA 26 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 24.85, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.71, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the INVICTA 26?

Accepted Answer

The INVICTA 26 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 20.02, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 259.68, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a INVICTA 26?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a INVICTA 26 is estimated at $1.1K – $3.0K. 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 INVICTA 26 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the INVICTA 26 (26.44ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.1K – $3.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 26.44ft boat: Florida: $4,800-$12,700/year. California: $4,400-$11,100/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,400/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,200-$5,700/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,700/year. Washington: $3,800-$8,200/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,100/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,700/year. South Carolina: $4,100-$7,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $21K 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 INVICTA 26?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the INVICTA 26 (26.44ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,800-$12,700/year. California: $4,400-$11,100/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,400/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,200-$5,700/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,700/year. Washington: $3,800-$8,200/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,100/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,700/year. South Carolina: $4,100-$7,900/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 INVICTA 26?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 21 issues reported for the INVICTA 26 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, deck, structural, rudder, hull, 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 INVICTA 26.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a INVICTA 26?

Accepted Answer

When buying a INVICTA 26, SailPages.com has compiled 21 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine, deck, structural, rudder, hull, rigging. 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 INVICTA 26 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 INVICTA 26 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The INVICTA 26 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 26.44ft LOA, comfort ratio 24.85, capsize ratio 1.71, SA/disp 20.02. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	26.44 ft
LWL	20.67 ft
Beam	7.35 ft
Draft	3.94 ft
Displacement	5,137 lb
Ballast	2,315.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.1 kn

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