Question 1

What are the specs of the TARTAN 3000?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3000 has the following specifications: 29.96ft LOA, 10.08ft beam, 5.17ft draft, 7,950lb displacement, 3,830.3lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TARTAN 3000 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3000 has an average asking price of $95,325, with prices ranging from $12,500 to $180,000 based on 7 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TARTAN 3000 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tartan Marine (USA), designed by Sparkman & Stephens, first built in 1981, with production ending in 1988, 97 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the TARTAN 3000 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3000 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 21.23, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.02, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the TARTAN 3000?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3000 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.77, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 220.46, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TARTAN 3000?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TARTAN 3000 is estimated at $1.4K – $3.7K. 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 3000 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TARTAN 3000 (29.96ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.4K – $3.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $850-$1550/year (based on $95,325 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 29.96ft boat: Florida: $5,400-$14,400/year. California: $5,000-$12,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,400/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,500/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,500/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,300/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,500/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $23K 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 3000?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TARTAN 3000 (29.96ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,400-$14,400/year. California: $5,000-$12,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,400/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,500/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,500/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,300/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,500/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,000/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 3000?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 5 issues reported for the TARTAN 3000 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in plumbing, engine, structural, interior, 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 3000.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TARTAN 3000?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TARTAN 3000, SailPages.com has compiled 5 model-specific issues reported by owners across plumbing, engine, structural, interior. 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 3000 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 3000?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3000 has the following rig dimensions: I=39ft (foretriangle height), J=12.5ft (foretriangle base), P=34.25ft (mainsail luff), E=11.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 456.4 sq ft. Jib area: 243.8 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TARTAN 3000 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3000 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 29.96ft LOA, comfort ratio 21.23, capsize ratio 2.02, SA/disp 17.77, average price $95,325. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	29.96 ft
LWL	25.25 ft
Beam	10.08 ft
Draft	5.17 ft
Displacement	7,950 lb
Ballast	3,830.3 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.7 kn

Iforetriangle height	39 ft
Jforetriangle base	12.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	34.25 ft
Emainsail foot	11.5 ft
FLforestay	12.5 ft
Mainsail	456.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	243.8 sq ft
Spinnaker	414.4 sq ft

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