Question 1

What are the specs of the RM 1050?

Accepted Answer

The RM 1050 has the following specifications: 34.35ft LOA, 12.96ft beam, 5.25ft draft, 10,362lb displacement, 5,905.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Twin/Triple.

Question 2

How much does a RM 1050 cost?

Accepted Answer

The RM 1050 has an average asking price of $111,573, with prices ranging from $90,180 to $139,320 based on 9 listings.

Question 3

Who built the RM 1050 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by RM-Fora Marine (FRA), designed by Marc Lombard, first built in 1998, with production ending in 2011.

Question 4

Is the RM 1050 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The RM 1050 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull. It has a comfort ratio of 16.1, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.38, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the RM 1050?

Accepted Answer

The RM 1050 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 22.97, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 139.2, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a RM 1050?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a RM 1050 is estimated at $1.5K – $4.1K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a RM 1050 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the RM 1050 (34.35ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.5K – $4.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1000-$1800/year (based on $111,573 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 34.35ft boat: Florida: $6,200-$16,500/year. California: $5,800-$14,400/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$12,000/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,400/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,400/year. Washington: $4,900-$10,700/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,400/year. South Carolina: $5,400-$10,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $27K 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 RM 1050?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the RM 1050 (34.35ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,200-$16,500/year. California: $5,800-$14,400/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$12,000/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,400/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,400/year. Washington: $4,900-$10,700/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,400/year. South Carolina: $5,400-$10,300/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 RM 1050?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the RM 1050 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, deck, 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 RM 1050.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a RM 1050?

Accepted Answer

When buying a RM 1050, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, deck. 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 RM 1050 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the RM 1050?

Accepted Answer

The RM 1050 has the following rig dimensions: I=47.19ft (foretriangle height), J=16.08ft (foretriangle base), P=47.18ft (mainsail luff), E=12.7ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 703 sq ft. Jib area: 379.4 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the RM 1050 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The RM 1050 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 34.35ft LOA, comfort ratio 16.1, capsize ratio 2.38, SA/disp 22.97, average price $111,573. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	34.35 ft
LWL	32.15 ft
Beam	12.96 ft
Draft	5.25 ft
Displacement	10,362 lb
Ballast	5,905.1 lb
Material	24.0
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	47.19 ft
Jforetriangle base	16.08 ft
Pmainsail luff	47.18 ft
Emainsail foot	12.7 ft
FLforestay	16.1 ft
Mainsail	703 sq ft
Jib (100%)	379.4 sq ft
Spinnaker	645 sq ft

Cabins	1
Berths	5
Heads	5
Water	179.6 L
Fuel	26.4 L
CE category	N/A€

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