Question 1

What are the specs of the S2 5.5?

Accepted Answer

The S2 5.5 has the following specifications: 18ft LOA, 7.67ft beam, 4ft draft, 600lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the S2 5.5 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by S2 Yachts, designed by Don Wennersten, first built in 1982, with production ending in 1983, 70 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the S2 5.5 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The S2 5.5 is classified as a Performance Racer. It has a comfort ratio of 3.66, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 3.64, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the S2 5.5?

Accepted Answer

The S2 5.5 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 39.64, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 62.42, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a S2 5.5?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a S2 5.5 is estimated at $500 – $1.2K. 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 S2 5.5 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the S2 5.5 (18ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $500 – $1.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 18ft boat: Florida: $3,200-$8,600/year. California: $3,000-$7,600/year. Massachusetts: $2,300-$5,000/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,300-$6,300/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,200-$3,900/year. Texas: $1,300-$3,900/year. Washington: $2,600-$5,600/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,800/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,900-$3,900/year. South Carolina: $2,800-$5,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $14K 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 S2 5.5?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the S2 5.5 (18ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,200-$8,600/year. California: $3,000-$7,600/year. Massachusetts: $2,300-$5,000/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,300-$6,300/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,200-$3,900/year. Texas: $1,300-$3,900/year. Washington: $2,600-$5,600/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,800/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,900-$3,900/year. South Carolina: $2,800-$5,400/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 S2 5.5?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the S2 5.5 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 S2 5.5.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a S2 5.5?

Accepted Answer

When buying a S2 5.5, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across 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 S2 5.5 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the S2 5.5?

Accepted Answer

The S2 5.5 has the following rig dimensions: I=19.5ft (foretriangle height), J=6ft (foretriangle base), P=23.5ft (mainsail luff), E=10ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 185.4 sq ft. Jib area: 58.5 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the S2 5.5 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The S2 5.5 is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 18ft LOA, comfort ratio 3.66, capsize ratio 3.64, SA/disp 39.64. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	18 ft
LWL	16.25 ft
Beam	7.67 ft
Draft	4 ft
Displacement	600 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	19.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	6 ft
Pmainsail luff	23.5 ft
Emainsail foot	10 ft
FLforestay	6 ft
Mainsail	185.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	58.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	99.5 sq ft

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