Question 1

What are the specs of the TARTAN 38?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 38 has the following specifications: 37.29ft LOA, 11.75ft beam, 6.75ft draft, 15,200lb displacement, 7,499.7lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TARTAN 38 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 38 has an average asking price of $25,900, with prices ranging from $25,900 to $25,900 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TARTAN 38 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tartan Marine (USA), designed by Sparkman & Stephens, first built in 1976, with production ending in 1989.

Question 4

Is the TARTAN 38 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 38 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 28.35, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.9, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the TARTAN 38?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 38 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.46, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 293.13, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TARTAN 38?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TARTAN 38 is estimated at $2.2K – $5.9K. 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 38 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TARTAN 38 (37.29ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.2K – $5.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $250-$400/year (based on $25,900 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 37.29ft boat: Florida: $6,700-$17,900/year. California: $6,300-$15,700/year. Massachusetts: $4,700-$10,400/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,700-$13,100/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,500-$8,100/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,100/year. Washington: $5,400-$11,600/year. Michigan: $2,600-$5,700/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,000-$8,100/year. South Carolina: $5,800-$11,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $29K 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 38?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TARTAN 38 (37.29ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,700-$17,900/year. California: $6,300-$15,700/year. Massachusetts: $4,700-$10,400/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,700-$13,100/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,500-$8,100/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,100/year. Washington: $5,400-$11,600/year. Michigan: $2,600-$5,700/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,000-$8,100/year. South Carolina: $5,800-$11,200/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 38?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the TARTAN 38 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in keel, 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 38.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TARTAN 38?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TARTAN 38, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel. 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 38 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 38?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 38 has the following rig dimensions: I=50ft (foretriangle height), J=16ft (foretriangle base), P=44.5ft (mainsail luff), E=12ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 688.4 sq ft. Jib area: 400 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TARTAN 38 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 38 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 37.29ft LOA, comfort ratio 28.35, capsize ratio 1.9, SA/disp 17.46, average price $25,900. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	37.29 ft
LWL	28.5 ft
Beam	11.75 ft
Draft	6.75 ft
Displacement	15,200 lb
Ballast	7,499.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	50 ft
Jforetriangle base	16 ft
Pmainsail luff	44.5 ft
Emainsail foot	12 ft
FLforestay	16 ft
Mainsail	688.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	400 sq ft
Spinnaker	680 sq ft

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