Question 1

What are the specs of the SKUD 18?

Accepted Answer

The SKUD 18 has the following specifications: 19.03ft LOA, 7.22ft beam, 5.68ft draft, 734lb displacement, 359lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the SKUD 18 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Xtreme Sailing Products, designed by Julian Bethwaite & Chris Mitchell, first built in 2005.

Question 3

Is the SKUD 18 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SKUD 18 is classified as a Performance Racer. It has a comfort ratio of 4.44, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 3.2, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the SKUD 18?

Accepted Answer

The SKUD 18 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 32.3, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 55.81, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SKUD 18?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SKUD 18 is estimated at $400 – $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 SKUD 18 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SKUD 18 (19.03ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $400 – $1.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 19.03ft boat: Florida: $3,400-$9,100/year. California: $3,200-$8,000/year. Massachusetts: $2,400-$5,300/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,400-$6,700/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,300-$4,100/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,100/year. Washington: $2,700-$5,900/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,900/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,100-$4,100/year. South Carolina: $3,000-$5,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $15K 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 SKUD 18?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SKUD 18 (19.03ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,400-$9,100/year. California: $3,200-$8,000/year. Massachusetts: $2,400-$5,300/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,400-$6,700/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,300-$4,100/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,100/year. Washington: $2,700-$5,900/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,900/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,100-$4,100/year. South Carolina: $3,000-$5,700/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 SKUD 18?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SKUD 18 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, 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 SKUD 18.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SKUD 18?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SKUD 18, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging. 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 SKUD 18 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 SKUD 18 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SKUD 18 is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 19.03ft LOA, comfort ratio 4.44, capsize ratio 3.2, SA/disp 32.3. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	19.03 ft
LWL	18.04 ft
Beam	7.22 ft
Draft	5.68 ft
Displacement	734 lb
Ballast	359 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.7 kn

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