Question 1

What are the specs of the TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20)?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20) has the following specifications: 33.67ft LOA, 10.96ft beam, 4.42ft draft, 10,000lb displacement, 4,400lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tartan Marine (USA), designed by Sparkman & Stephens, first built in 1979.

Question 3

Is the TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 21.04, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.04, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20)?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.85, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 186.3, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20) is estimated at $1.9K – $5.1K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20) (33.67ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.9K – $5.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 33.67ft boat: Florida: $6,100-$16,200/year. California: $5,700-$14,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,200-$9,400/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,200-$11,800/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $4,000-$7,300/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,300/year. Washington: $4,800-$10,500/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,600-$7,300/year. South Carolina: $5,300-$10,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $27K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20) (33.67ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,100-$16,200/year. California: $5,700-$14,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,200-$9,400/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,200-$11,800/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $4,000-$7,300/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,300/year. Washington: $4,800-$10,500/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,600-$7,300/year. South Carolina: $5,300-$10,100/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 8

What are the common problems with the TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20) 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 33 (HULL 1-20).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20), 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 33 (HULL 1-20) includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20)?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20) has the following rig dimensions: I=36.5ft (foretriangle height), J=12.5ft (foretriangle base), P=41.75ft (mainsail luff), E=14.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 555 sq ft. Jib area: 228.1 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 33 (HULL 1-20) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 33.67ft LOA, comfort ratio 21.04, capsize ratio 2.04, SA/disp 17.85. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	33.67 ft
LWL	28.83 ft
Beam	10.96 ft
Draft	4.42 ft
Displacement	10,000 lb
Ballast	4,400 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	36.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	12.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	41.75 ft
Emainsail foot	14.5 ft
FLforestay	12.5 ft
Mainsail	555 sq ft
Jib (100%)	228.1 sq ft
Spinnaker	387.8 sq ft

TWA \ TWS	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	20	24
52°	3.6	4.8	5.7	6.3	6.5	6.7	6.7	6.8	6.8
60°	3.9	5.2	6.0	6.5	6.7	6.9	6.9	7.0	7.0
75°	4.0	5.4	6.2	6.7	6.9	7.1	7.2	7.3	7.4
90°	3.9	5.3	6.3	6.8	7.1	7.2	7.4	7.6	7.7
110°	3.9	5.3	6.3	6.9	7.2	7.5	7.7	8.2	8.5
120°	3.7	5.1	6.1	6.8	7.1	7.4	7.7	8.3	9.0
135°	3.3	4.6	5.6	6.4	6.9	7.2	7.5	8.1	9.0
150°	2.7	3.9	4.9	5.7	6.4	6.8	7.1	7.6	8.2
Beat VMG	2.3	3.1	3.8	4.2	4.5	4.6	4.7	4.7	4.7
Run VMG	2.3	3.3	4.2	5.0	5.5	6.0	6.4	7.0	7.5

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