Question 1

What are the specs of the TARTAN 33 R?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 33 R has the following specifications: 33.67ft LOA, 10.96ft beam, 6.3ft draft, 10,000lb displacement, 4,400lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TARTAN 33 R cost?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 33 R has an average asking price of $22,769, with prices ranging from $22,769 to $22,769 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TARTAN 33 R and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tartan Marine (USA), designed by Sparkman & Stephens, first built in 1979, with production ending in 1984, 14 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the TARTAN 33 R good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 33 R is classified as a Racer/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 5

How fast is the TARTAN 33 R?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 33 R has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.61, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 186.3, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TARTAN 33 R?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TARTAN 33 R is estimated at $1.8K – $4.9K. 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 33 R per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TARTAN 33 R (33.67ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.8K – $4.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $200-$350/year (based on $22,769 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 $4K to $25K 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 33 R?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TARTAN 33 R (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 9

What are the sail dimensions of the TARTAN 33 R?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 33 R has the following rig dimensions: I=44.75ft (foretriangle height), J=13.56ft (foretriangle base), P=39.18ft (mainsail luff), E=11.87ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 554.5 sq ft. Jib area: 303.4 sq ft.

Question 10

How does the TARTAN 33 R compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 33 R is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 33.67ft LOA, comfort ratio 21.04, capsize ratio 2.04, SA/disp 18.61, average price $22,769. 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	6.3 ft
Displacement	10,000 lb
Ballast	4,400 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	44.75 ft
Jforetriangle base	13.56 ft
Pmainsail luff	39.18 ft
Emainsail foot	11.87 ft
FLforestay	13.6 ft
Mainsail	554.5 sq ft
Jib (100%)	303.4 sq ft
Spinnaker	515.8 sq ft

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