Question 1

What are the specs of the TARTAN 3500?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3500 has the following specifications: 35.17ft LOA, 11.75ft beam, 6.5ft draft, 12,500lb displacement, 4,200lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TARTAN 3500 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3500 has an average asking price of $103,907, with prices ranging from $79,000 to $159,000 based on 7 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TARTAN 3500 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tartan Marine (USA), designed by Tim Jackett, first built in 1993.

Question 4

Is the TARTAN 3500 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3500 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 23.01, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.03, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the TARTAN 3500?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3500 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.46, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 206.68, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TARTAN 3500?

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Annual maintenance for a TARTAN 3500 is estimated at $1.9K – $5.0K. 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 3500 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TARTAN 3500 (35.17ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.9K – $5.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $950-$1650/year (based on $103,907 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 35.17ft boat: Florida: $6,300-$16,900/year. California: $5,900-$14,800/year. Massachusetts: $4,400-$9,800/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,400-$12,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,200-$7,600/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,600/year. Washington: $5,100-$11,000/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,400/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,800-$7,600/year. South Carolina: $5,500-$10,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $28K 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 3500?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TARTAN 3500 (35.17ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,300-$16,900/year. California: $5,900-$14,800/year. Massachusetts: $4,400-$9,800/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,400-$12,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,200-$7,600/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,600/year. Washington: $5,100-$11,000/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,400/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,800-$7,600/year. South Carolina: $5,500-$10,600/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 3500?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 6 issues reported for the TARTAN 3500 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in hull, rigging, 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 3500.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TARTAN 3500?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TARTAN 3500, SailPages.com has compiled 6 model-specific issues reported by owners across hull, rigging, 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 3500 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 3500?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3500 has the following rig dimensions: I=47ft (foretriangle height), J=13.75ft (foretriangle base), P=41.3ft (mainsail luff), E=14.3ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 642 sq ft. Jib area: 323.1 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TARTAN 3500 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3500 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 35.17ft LOA, comfort ratio 23.01, capsize ratio 2.03, SA/disp 18.46, average price $103,907. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	35.17 ft
LWL	30 ft
Beam	11.75 ft
Draft	6.5 ft
Displacement	12,500 lb
Ballast	4,200 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	47 ft
Jforetriangle base	13.75 ft
Pmainsail luff	41.3 ft
Emainsail foot	14.3 ft
FLforestay	13.8 ft
Mainsail	642 sq ft
Jib (100%)	323.1 sq ft
Spinnaker	549.3 sq ft

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