Question 1

What are the specs of the TANZER 25?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 25 has the following specifications: 25.25ft LOA, 9.58ft beam, 4.7ft draft, 4,200lb displacement, 1,650.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TANZER 25 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 25 has an average asking price of $10,000, with prices ranging from $8,000 to $12,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TANZER 25 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tanzer Industries Ltd, (CAN), designed by Joubert-Nivelt, first built in 1986.

Question 4

Is the TANZER 25 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 25 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 14, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.38, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the TANZER 25?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 25 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 20.09, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 180.24, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TANZER 25?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TANZER 25 is estimated at $1.0K – $2.6K. 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 25 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TANZER 25 (25.25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.0K – $2.6K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $100-$150/year (based on $10,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 25.25ft boat: Florida: $4,500-$12,100/year. California: $4,200-$10,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,500/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,500/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,900/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,500/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $18K 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 25?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TANZER 25 (25.25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,500-$12,100/year. California: $4,200-$10,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,500/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,500/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,900/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,500/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,600/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 25?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the TANZER 25 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, keel, 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 25.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TANZER 25?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TANZER 25, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, keel, 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 25 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 25?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 25 has the following rig dimensions: I=31.56ft (foretriangle height), J=9.32ft (foretriangle base), P=32.57ft (mainsail luff), E=11ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 340.5 sq ft. Jib area: 147.1 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TANZER 25 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 25 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 25.25ft LOA, comfort ratio 14, capsize ratio 2.38, SA/disp 20.09, average price $10,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	25.25 ft
LWL	21.83 ft
Beam	9.58 ft
Draft	4.7 ft
Shoal Draft	2.82 ft
Displacement	4,200 lb
Ballast	1,650.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	31.56 ft
Jforetriangle base	9.32 ft
Pmainsail luff	32.57 ft
Emainsail foot	11 ft
FLforestay	9.3 ft
Mainsail	340.5 sq ft
Jib (100%)	147.1 sq ft
Spinnaker	250 sq ft

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