Question 1

What are the specs of the LEEWARD 16 (LUGER)?

Accepted Answer

The LEEWARD 16 (LUGER) has the following specifications: 16ft LOA, 6.25ft beam, 2.92ft draft, 650lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the LEEWARD 16 (LUGER) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Luger Industries (USA), designed by Luger, first built in 1962.

Question 3

Is the LEEWARD 16 (LUGER) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The LEEWARD 16 (LUGER) is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 5.71, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.89, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the LEEWARD 16 (LUGER)?

Accepted Answer

The LEEWARD 16 (LUGER) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 29.9, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 85.98, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a LEEWARD 16 (LUGER)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a LEEWARD 16 (LUGER) is estimated at $400 – $1.0K. 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 LEEWARD 16 (LUGER) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the LEEWARD 16 (LUGER) (16ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $400 – $1.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 16ft boat: Florida: $2,900-$7,700/year. California: $2,700-$6,700/year. Massachusetts: $2,000-$4,500/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $2,000-$5,600/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,900-$3,500/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,500/year. Washington: $2,300-$5,000/year. Michigan: $1,100-$2,500/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,700-$3,500/year. South Carolina: $2,500-$4,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $13K 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 LEEWARD 16 (LUGER)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the LEEWARD 16 (LUGER) (16ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $2,900-$7,700/year. California: $2,700-$6,700/year. Massachusetts: $2,000-$4,500/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $2,000-$5,600/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,900-$3,500/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,500/year. Washington: $2,300-$5,000/year. Michigan: $1,100-$2,500/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,700-$3,500/year. South Carolina: $2,500-$4,800/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 8

What are the common problems with the LEEWARD 16 (LUGER)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 10 issues reported for the LEEWARD 16 (LUGER) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, deck, safety, keel, 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 LEEWARD 16 (LUGER).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a LEEWARD 16 (LUGER)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a LEEWARD 16 (LUGER), SailPages.com has compiled 10 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, deck, safety, keel, rudder, plumbing. 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 LEEWARD 16 (LUGER) 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 LEEWARD 16 (LUGER) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The LEEWARD 16 (LUGER) is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 16ft LOA, comfort ratio 5.71, capsize ratio 2.89, SA/disp 29.9. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	16 ft
LWL	15 ft
Beam	6.25 ft
Draft	2.92 ft/ 1.5 ft min
Displacement	650 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.2 kn

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