Question 1

What are the specs of the MATILDA 23?

Accepted Answer

The MATILDA 23 has the following specifications: 22.5ft LOA, 8.25ft beam, 5.17ft draft, 4,600lb displacement, 1,899.8lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin, Variable.

Question 2

Who built the MATILDA 23 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Ouyang Boat Works (CAN), designed by Robert Tucker, first built in 1971.

Question 3

Is the MATILDA 23 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The MATILDA 23 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 21.96, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.99, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the MATILDA 23?

Accepted Answer

The MATILDA 23 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.66, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 342.33, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a MATILDA 23?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a MATILDA 23 is estimated at $800 – $2.1K. 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 MATILDA 23 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the MATILDA 23 (22.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 22.5ft boat: Florida: $4,100-$10,800/year. California: $3,800-$9,500/year. Massachusetts: $2,800-$6,300/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,800-$7,900/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,700-$4,900/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,900/year. Washington: $3,200-$7,000/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,400-$4,900/year. South Carolina: $3,500-$6,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $18K 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 MATILDA 23?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the MATILDA 23 (22.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,100-$10,800/year. California: $3,800-$9,500/year. Massachusetts: $2,800-$6,300/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,800-$7,900/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,700-$4,900/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,900/year. Washington: $3,200-$7,000/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,400-$4,900/year. South Carolina: $3,500-$6,800/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 MATILDA 23?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the MATILDA 23 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, 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 MATILDA 23.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a MATILDA 23?

Accepted Answer

When buying a MATILDA 23, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, 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 MATILDA 23 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 MATILDA 23 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The MATILDA 23 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 22.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 21.96, capsize ratio 1.99, SA/disp 15.66. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	22.5 ft
LWL	18.17 ft
Beam	8.25 ft
Draft	5.17 ft/ 2 ft min
Displacement	4,600 lb
Ballast	1,899.8 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.7 kn

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