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MORGAN 26

MORGAN 26

Morgan Yachts🇺🇸· Design: Charles Morgan
$1,500 avg$1,500 – $1,500 (1 listings)from 1969
$1.1K – $2.9K est. annual maintenance
Coastal CruisermonoMasthead SloopVariableFull/Long

Specifications

Hull

LOA26 ft
LWL23 ft
Beam8.75 ft
Draft3.16 ft/ 7.5 ft min
Displacement5,000 lb
Ballast2,200 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL6.4 kn

About the MORGAN 26

Sailpages Buyer's Take

The Morgan 26 is a compact coastal cruiser designed by Charles Morgan and built by Morgan Yachts (USA) in 1969. With a hull count listed as ?, this single-year production model offers a lightweight, responsive sailing experience defined by its 5000.0 lb displacement and 26.0 ft LOA.

Best for:
This boat is best suited for coastal cruising and weekend sailing, particularly for those seeking a manageable, trailerable package that balances ease of handling with adequate stability for day trips.
Bluewater capability:
With a low D/L ratio of 183.46 and a capsize ratio of 2.05, the Morgan 26 is not designed for serious bluewater passage-making but is capable of protected coastal and bay sailing.
Comparables:
Comparable boats from this era include the O'Day 26 and Catalina 25, as they share similar length overall (LOA) and target the same market of entry-level coastal cruisers seeking affordable, family-friendly sailing.

Performance

Comfort18.0
Capsize2.05
SA/Disp17.7
Disp/Len183
Bal/Disp44.0

Market Price

Low
$1,500
Average
$1,500
High
$1,500
Based on 1 listings across 1 marketplace

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 26ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

$/ft/mo
Annual Maintenance
$1.1K – $2.9K
Hull, rigging, sails, engine service
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

1 reported issues across 1 systems for the MORGAN 26, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

1 minor
Keel1

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