Question 1

What are the specs of the NACRA 17?

Accepted Answer

The NACRA 17 has the following specifications: 17.22ft LOA, 8.5ft beam, 3.4ft draft, 304lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Frac. Sloop (Rotating Spar). Keel: Variable, Twin/Triple.

Question 2

How much does a NACRA 17 cost?

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The NACRA 17 has an average asking price of $7,333, with prices ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the NACRA 17 and when was it made?

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Built by NACRA, designed by Morrelli & Melvin, first built in 2012.

Question 4

Is the NACRA 17 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The NACRA 17 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull.  The capsize screening ratio is 5.06, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the NACRA 17?

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The NACRA 17 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 76.52, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a NACRA 17?

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Annual maintenance for a NACRA 17 is estimated at $300 – $900. 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 NACRA 17 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the NACRA 17 (17.22ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $300 – $900/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $7,333 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 17.22ft boat: Florida: $3,100-$8,300/year. California: $2,900-$7,200/year. Massachusetts: $2,200-$4,800/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,200-$6,000/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,100-$3,700/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,700/year. Washington: $2,500-$5,400/year. Michigan: $1,200-$2,700/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,900-$3,700/year. South Carolina: $2,700-$5,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $11K 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 NACRA 17?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the NACRA 17 (17.22ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,100-$8,300/year. California: $2,900-$7,200/year. Massachusetts: $2,200-$4,800/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,200-$6,000/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,100-$3,700/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,700/year. Washington: $2,500-$5,400/year. Michigan: $1,200-$2,700/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,900-$3,700/year. South Carolina: $2,700-$5,200/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 NACRA 17?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the NACRA 17 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, 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 NACRA 17.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a NACRA 17?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NACRA 17, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging, 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 NACRA 17 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 NACRA 17 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NACRA 17 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 17.22ft LOA, capsize ratio 5.06, SA/disp 76.52, average price $7,333. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	17.22 ft
Beam	8.5 ft
Draft	3.4 ft/ 0.4 ft min
Displacement	304 lb
Material	17’ 2”5.25 m

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