Question 1

What are the specs of the TANZER 31?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 31 has the following specifications: 30.58ft LOA, 10.5ft beam, 5.25ft draft, 8,300lb displacement, 3,300.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TANZER 31 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 31 has an average asking price of $14,750, with prices ranging from $14,750 to $14,750 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TANZER 31 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tanzer Industries Ltd. (CAN), designed by George Cuthbertson, first built in 1984.

Question 4

Is the TANZER 31 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 31 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 20.98, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.08, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the TANZER 31?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 31 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.33, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 237.14, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TANZER 31?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TANZER 31 is estimated at $1.5K – $3.9K. 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 31 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TANZER 31 (30.58ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.5K – $3.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $150-$250/year (based on $14,750 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 30.58ft boat: Florida: $5,500-$14,700/year. California: $5,100-$12,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,900-$8,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,900-$10,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,700-$6,600/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,600/year. Washington: $4,400-$9,500/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,300-$6,600/year. South Carolina: $4,800-$9,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $22K 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 31?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TANZER 31 (30.58ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,500-$14,700/year. California: $5,100-$12,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,900-$8,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,900-$10,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,700-$6,600/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,600/year. Washington: $4,400-$9,500/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,300-$6,600/year. South Carolina: $4,800-$9,200/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 31?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TANZER 31 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 31.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TANZER 31?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TANZER 31, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across 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 31 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 31?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 31 has the following rig dimensions: I=41ft (foretriangle height), J=12ft (foretriangle base), P=37ft (mainsail luff), E=12ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 485.8 sq ft. Jib area: 246 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TANZER 31 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 31 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 30.58ft LOA, comfort ratio 20.98, capsize ratio 2.08, SA/disp 18.33, average price $14,750. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	30.58 ft
LWL	25 ft
Beam	10.5 ft
Draft	5.25 ft
Shoal Draft version	4.0 ft(1.2 m)
Displacement	8,300 lb
Ballast	3,300.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.7 kn

Iforetriangle height	41 ft
Jforetriangle base	12 ft
Pmainsail luff	37 ft
Emainsail foot	12 ft
FLforestay	12 ft
Mainsail	485.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	246 sq ft
Spinnaker	418.2 sq ft

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