Question 1

What are the specs of the TANZER 7.5?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 7.5 has the following specifications: 24.58ft LOA, 8ft beam, 4ft draft, 3,800lb displacement, 1,600.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TANZER 7.5 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 7.5 has an average asking price of $6,414, with prices ranging from $2,500 to $14,500 based on 7 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TANZER 7.5 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tanzer Industries Ltd. (CAN), designed by Johann Tanzer, first built in 1977, with production ending in 1985, 790 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the TANZER 7.5 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 7.5 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 16.24, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.05, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the TANZER 7.5?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 7.5 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.55, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 163.07, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TANZER 7.5?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TANZER 7.5 is estimated at $900 – $2.4K. 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 7.5 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TANZER 7.5 (24.58ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $900 – $2.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $6,414 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 24.58ft boat: Florida: $4,400-$11,800/year. California: $4,100-$10,300/year. Massachusetts: $3,100-$6,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,100-$8,600/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,300/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,300/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,700/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,300/year. South Carolina: $3,800-$7,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $17K 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 7.5?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TANZER 7.5 (24.58ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,400-$11,800/year. California: $4,100-$10,300/year. Massachusetts: $3,100-$6,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,100-$8,600/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,300/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,300/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,700/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,300/year. South Carolina: $3,800-$7,400/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 7.5?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TANZER 7.5 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 7.5.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TANZER 7.5?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TANZER 7.5, 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 7.5 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 7.5?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 7.5 has the following rig dimensions: I=28.88ft (foretriangle height), J=10.08ft (foretriangle base), P=24.12ft (mainsail luff), E=8.33ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 254.1 sq ft. Jib area: 145.6 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TANZER 7.5 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TANZER 7.5 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 24.58ft LOA, comfort ratio 16.24, capsize ratio 2.05, SA/disp 15.55, average price $6,414. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	24.58 ft
LWL	21.83 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	4 ft
Shoal Draft	2.69 ft(0.82 m)
Displacement	3,800 lb
Ballast	1,600.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	28.88 ft
Jforetriangle base	10.08 ft
Pmainsail luff	24.12 ft
Emainsail foot	8.33 ft
FLforestay	10.1 ft
Mainsail	254.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	145.6 sq ft
Spinnaker	247.4 sq ft

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