Question 1

What are the specs of the MONTGOMERY 12?

Accepted Answer

The MONTGOMERY 12 has the following specifications: 12.2ft LOA, 4.83ft beam, 3ft draft, 145lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

How much does a MONTGOMERY 12 cost?

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The MONTGOMERY 12 has an average asking price of $5,000, with prices ranging from $5,000 to $5,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the MONTGOMERY 12 and when was it made?

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Built by Montgomery Marine Products (USA), designed by Lyle Hess, first built in 1972.

Question 4

Is the MONTGOMERY 12 good for offshore sailing?

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The MONTGOMERY 12 is classified as a Dinghy. It has a comfort ratio of 2.58, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 3.68, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the MONTGOMERY 12?

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The MONTGOMERY 12 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 52.78, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 64.73, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a MONTGOMERY 12?

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Annual maintenance for a MONTGOMERY 12 is estimated at $200 – $600. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a MONTGOMERY 12 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the MONTGOMERY 12 (12.2ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $200 – $600/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $5,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 12.2ft boat: Florida: $2,200-$5,900/year. California: $2,000-$5,100/year. Massachusetts: $1,500-$3,400/year + $500 winter storage. New York: $1,500-$4,300/year + $500 winter storage. Maryland: $1,500-$2,600/year. Texas: $900-$2,600/year. Washington: $1,800-$3,800/year. Michigan: $900-$1,900/year + $500 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,300-$2,600/year. South Carolina: $1,900-$3,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $1K to $8K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a MONTGOMERY 12?

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Marina slip costs for the MONTGOMERY 12 (12.2ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $2,200-$5,900/year. California: $2,000-$5,100/year. Massachusetts: $1,500-$3,400/year + $500 winter storage. New York: $1,500-$4,300/year + $500 winter storage. Maryland: $1,500-$2,600/year. Texas: $900-$2,600/year. Washington: $1,800-$3,800/year. Michigan: $900-$1,900/year + $500 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,300-$2,600/year. South Carolina: $1,900-$3,700/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 9

What are the common problems with the MONTGOMERY 12?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the MONTGOMERY 12 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in electrical, 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 MONTGOMERY 12.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a MONTGOMERY 12?

Accepted Answer

When buying a MONTGOMERY 12, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across electrical. 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 MONTGOMERY 12 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the MONTGOMERY 12 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The MONTGOMERY 12 is classified as a Dinghy by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 12.2ft LOA, comfort ratio 2.58, capsize ratio 3.68, SA/disp 52.78, average price $5,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	12.2 ft
LWL	10 ft
Beam	4.83 ft
Draft	3 ft/ 0.8 ft min
Displacement	145 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	4.2 kn

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