Question 1

What are the specs of the LIMBO 6.6?

Accepted Answer

The LIMBO 6.6 has the following specifications: 22.25ft LOA, 8.17ft beam, 5ft draft, 1,950lb displacement, 850lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin, Variable.

Question 2

Who built the LIMBO 6.6 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Zygal Boats (UK), designed by Andrew Stewart, first built in 1975, with production ending in 1985, 130 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the LIMBO 6.6 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The LIMBO 6.6 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 9.88, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.62, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the LIMBO 6.6?

Accepted Answer

The LIMBO 6.6 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 24.66, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 177.19, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a LIMBO 6.6?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a LIMBO 6.6 is estimated at $700 – $1.9K. 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 LIMBO 6.6 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the LIMBO 6.6 (22.25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $700 – $1.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 22.25ft boat: Florida: $4,000-$10,700/year. California: $3,700-$9,300/year. Massachusetts: $2,800-$6,200/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,800-$7,800/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,700-$4,800/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,800/year. Washington: $3,200-$6,900/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,400/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,400-$4,800/year. South Carolina: $3,500-$6,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $17K 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 LIMBO 6.6?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the LIMBO 6.6 (22.25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,000-$10,700/year. California: $3,700-$9,300/year. Massachusetts: $2,800-$6,200/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,800-$7,800/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,700-$4,800/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,800/year. Washington: $3,200-$6,900/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,400/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,400-$4,800/year. South Carolina: $3,500-$6,700/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 LIMBO 6.6?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 12 issues reported for the LIMBO 6.6 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, rudder, structural, deck, rigging, 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 LIMBO 6.6.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a LIMBO 6.6?

Accepted Answer

When buying a LIMBO 6.6, SailPages.com has compiled 12 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine, rudder, structural, deck, rigging, hull. 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 LIMBO 6.6 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 LIMBO 6.6?

Accepted Answer

The LIMBO 6.6 has the following rig dimensions: I=25ft (foretriangle height), J=8.5ft (foretriangle base), P=21.5ft (mainsail luff), E=6.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 181.7 sq ft. Jib area: 106.3 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the LIMBO 6.6 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The LIMBO 6.6 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 22.25ft LOA, comfort ratio 9.88, capsize ratio 2.62, SA/disp 24.66. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	22.25 ft
LWL	17 ft
Beam	8.17 ft
Draft	5 ft/ 2.25 ft min
Displacement	1,950 lb
Ballast	850 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.5 kn

Iforetriangle height	25 ft
Jforetriangle base	8.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	21.5 ft
Emainsail foot	6.5 ft
FLforestay	8.5 ft
Mainsail	181.7 sq ft
Jib (100%)	106.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	180.6 sq ft

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