Question 1

What are the specs of the TANZER 10.5?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 10.5 has the following specifications: 34.42ft LOA, 11.5ft beam, 6.5ft draft, 13,000lb displacement, 5,700.5lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin, Variable.

Question 2

How much does a TANZER 10.5 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 10.5 has an average asking price of $33,950, with prices ranging from $29,900 to $38,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TANZER 10.5 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tanzer Industries Ltd. (CAN), designed by Dick Carter/Johann Tanzer, first built in 1983.

Question 4

Is the TANZER 10.5 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 10.5 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 26.26, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.96, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the TANZER 10.5?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 10.5 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 279.06, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TANZER 10.5?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TANZER 10.5 is estimated at $1.9K – $5.2K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a TANZER 10.5 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TANZER 10.5 (34.42ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.9K – $5.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $300-$550/year (based on $33,950 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 34.42ft boat: Florida: $6,200-$16,500/year. California: $5,800-$14,500/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: $5,000-$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 $26K 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 TANZER 10.5?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TANZER 10.5 (34.42ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,200-$16,500/year. California: $5,800-$14,500/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: $5,000-$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 TANZER 10.5?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TANZER 10.5 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 TANZER 10.5.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TANZER 10.5?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TANZER 10.5, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across 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 TANZER 10.5 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 TANZER 10.5?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 10.5 has the following rig dimensions: I=43ft (foretriangle height), J=14.2ft (foretriangle base), P=34.25ft (mainsail luff), E=13ft (mainsail foot).

Question 12

How does the TANZER 10.5 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 10.5 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 34.42ft LOA, comfort ratio 26.26, capsize ratio 1.96, SA/disp 16, average price $33,950. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	34.42 ft
LWL	27.5 ft
Beam	11.5 ft
Draft	6.5 ft/ 2.08 ft min
Displacement	13,000 lb
Ballast	5,700.5 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	43 ft
Jforetriangle base	14.2 ft
Pmainsail luff	34.25 ft
Emainsail foot	13 ft

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