Question 1

What are the specs of the TARTAN 26?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 26 has the following specifications: 26ft LOA, 8ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 5,200lb displacement, 2,300lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TARTAN 26 cost?

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The TARTAN 26 has an average asking price of $5,000, with prices ranging from $5,000 to $5,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TARTAN 26 and when was it made?

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Built by Tartan Marine (USA), designed by Tom Norton, first built in 1971, with production ending in 1973, 73 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the TARTAN 26 good for offshore sailing?

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The TARTAN 26 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 21.38, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.85, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the TARTAN 26?

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The TARTAN 26 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.27, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 203.8, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TARTAN 26?

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Annual maintenance for a TARTAN 26 is estimated at $1.1K – $2.9K. 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 TARTAN 26 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TARTAN 26 (26ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.1K – $2.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $5,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 26ft boat: Florida: $4,700-$12,500/year. California: $4,400-$10,900/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,300/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,600/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,600/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,100/year. Michigan: $1,800-$4,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,600/year. South Carolina: $4,100-$7,800/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 TARTAN 26?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TARTAN 26 (26ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,700-$12,500/year. California: $4,400-$10,900/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,300/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,600/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,600/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,100/year. Michigan: $1,800-$4,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,600/year. South Carolina: $4,100-$7,800/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 TARTAN 26?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TARTAN 26 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 TARTAN 26.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TARTAN 26?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TARTAN 26, 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 TARTAN 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 TARTAN 26?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 26 has the following rig dimensions: I=33ft (foretriangle height), J=11.5ft (foretriangle base), P=28ft (mainsail luff), E=9.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 333.4 sq ft. Jib area: 189.8 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TARTAN 26 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 26 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 26ft LOA, comfort ratio 21.38, capsize ratio 1.85, SA/disp 17.27, average price $5,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	26 ft
LWL	22.5 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	4.5 ft
Displacement	5,200 lb
Ballast	2,300 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	33 ft
Jforetriangle base	11.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	28 ft
Emainsail foot	9.5 ft
FLforestay	11.5 ft
Mainsail	333.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	189.8 sq ft
Spinnaker	322.6 sq ft

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