Question 1

What are the specs of the TARTAN 34-2?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 34-2 has the following specifications: 34.42ft LOA, 10.96ft beam, 6.25ft draft, 11,000lb displacement, 4,400lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TARTAN 34-2 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 34-2 has an average asking price of $36,010, with prices ranging from $19,500 to $50,000 based on 11 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TARTAN 34-2 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tartan Marine (USA), designed by Sparkman & Stephens, first built in 1984, with production ending in 1989, 110 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the TARTAN 34-2 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 34-2 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 22.97, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.97, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the TARTAN 34-2?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 34-2 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.46, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 204.93, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TARTAN 34-2?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TARTAN 34-2 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 34-2 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TARTAN 34-2 (34.42ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.8K – $4.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $300-$600/year (based on $36,010 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 34.42ft boat: Florida: $6,200-$16,500/year. California: $5,800-$14,500/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$12,000/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,400/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,400/year. Washington: $5,000-$10,700/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,400/year. South Carolina: $5,400-$10,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $26K 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 34-2?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TARTAN 34-2 (34.42ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,200-$16,500/year. California: $5,800-$14,500/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$12,000/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,400/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,400/year. Washington: $5,000-$10,700/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,400/year. South Carolina: $5,400-$10,300/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 34-2?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the TARTAN 34-2 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in plumbing, 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 TARTAN 34-2.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TARTAN 34-2?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TARTAN 34-2, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across plumbing, 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 TARTAN 34-2 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 34-2?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 34-2 has the following rig dimensions: I=44.8ft (foretriangle height), J=13.6ft (foretriangle base), P=39.2ft (mainsail luff), E=11.9ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 556.5 sq ft. Jib area: 304.6 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TARTAN 34-2 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 34-2 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 34.42ft LOA, comfort ratio 22.97, capsize ratio 1.97, SA/disp 17.46, average price $36,010. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	34.42 ft
LWL	28.83 ft
Beam	10.96 ft
Draft	6.25 ft
Displacement	11,000 lb
Ballast	4,400 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	44.8 ft
Jforetriangle base	13.6 ft
Pmainsail luff	39.2 ft
Emainsail foot	11.9 ft
FLforestay	13.6 ft
Mainsail	556.5 sq ft
Jib (100%)	304.6 sq ft
Spinnaker	517.9 sq ft

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