Question 1

What are the specs of the TANZER 26?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 26 has the following specifications: 26.33ft LOA, 8.67ft beam, 3.83ft draft, 4,350lb displacement, 1,950.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TANZER 26 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 26 has an average asking price of $6,783, with prices ranging from $2,000 to $9,500 based on 6 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TANZER 26 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tanzer Industries Ltd. (CAN), designed by Johann Tanzer, first built in 1974, with production ending in 1985, 960 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the TANZER 26 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 26 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 16, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.13, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the TANZER 26?

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The TANZER 26 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.98, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 170.49, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TANZER 26?

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Annual maintenance for a TANZER 26 is estimated at $1.1K – $2.8K. 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 26 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TANZER 26 (26.33ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.1K – $2.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $6,783 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 26.33ft boat: Florida: $4,700-$12,600/year. California: $4,400-$11,100/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,400/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,200/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,200-$5,700/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,700/year. Washington: $3,800-$8,200/year. Michigan: $1,800-$4,100/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,700/year. South Carolina: $4,100-$7,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $19K 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 26?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TANZER 26 (26.33ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,700-$12,600/year. California: $4,400-$11,100/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,400/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,200/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,200-$5,700/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,700/year. Washington: $3,800-$8,200/year. Michigan: $1,800-$4,100/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,700/year. South Carolina: $4,100-$7,900/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 26?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TANZER 26?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TANZER 26, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel, safety, 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 TANZER 26 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 26?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 26 has the following rig dimensions: I=30.15ft (foretriangle height), J=10.58ft (foretriangle base), P=25.25ft (mainsail luff), E=10.25ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 299.2 sq ft. Jib area: 159.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TANZER 26 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 26 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 26.33ft LOA, comfort ratio 16, capsize ratio 2.13, SA/disp 16.98, average price $6,783. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	26.33 ft
LWL	22.5 ft
Beam	8.67 ft
Draft	3.83 ft
Displacement	4,350 lb
Ballast	1,950.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	30.15 ft
Jforetriangle base	10.58 ft
Pmainsail luff	25.25 ft
Emainsail foot	10.25 ft
FLforestay	10.6 ft
Mainsail	299.2 sq ft
Jib (100%)	159.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	271.1 sq ft

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