Question 1

What are the specs of the SEACART 26?

Accepted Answer

The SEACART 26 has the following specifications: 26ft LOA, 18.33ft beam, 4.92ft draft, 1,543lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Frac. Sloop (Rotating Spar). Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the SEACART 26 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Composite Marine Int./OceanLake Marine, designed by Marc Lombard, first built in 2011.

Question 3

Is the SEACART 26 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SEACART 26 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull.  The capsize screening ratio is 6.35, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the SEACART 26?

Accepted Answer

The SEACART 26 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 48.87, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SEACART 26?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SEACART 26 is estimated at $800 – $2.2K. 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 SEACART 26 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SEACART 26 (26ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 26ft boat: Florida: $4,700-$12,500/year. California: $4,400-$10,900/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,300/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,600/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,600/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,100/year. Michigan: $1,800-$4,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,600/year. South Carolina: $4,100-$7,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $20K 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 SEACART 26?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SEACART 26 (26ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,700-$12,500/year. California: $4,400-$10,900/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,300/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,600/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,600/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,100/year. Michigan: $1,800-$4,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,600/year. South Carolina: $4,100-$7,800/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 SEACART 26?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the SEACART 26 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in keel, structural, 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 SEACART 26.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SEACART 26?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SEACART 26, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel, structural. 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 SEACART 26 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the SEACART 26 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SEACART 26 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 26ft LOA, capsize ratio 6.35, SA/disp 48.87. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	26 ft
Beam	18.33 ft
Draft	4.92 ft/ 0.8 ft min
Displacement	1,543 lb
Material	24’ 11”7.6 m

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