SANTANA 2023A
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 23.33 ft |
| LWL | 20.62 ft |
| Beam | 8.5 ft |
| Draft | 5.33 ft/ 1.17 ft min |
| Displacement | 2,880 lb |
| Ballast | 1,300 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.1 kn |
About the SANTANA 2023A
Based, in part, on the Shad Turner designed SANTANA 23 D (1978), but capable of carrying 1300 lbs. of water ballast. (primarily to reduce trailering weight.) Shown here is the 'A' version. Other versions include C (cruising?) and R (Racing?). R version features retractable sprit for asym. spin.
Direct variant of the SANTANA 2023A
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 23.33ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
2 reported issues across 2 systems for the SANTANA 2023A, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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