Question 1

What are the specs of the TARTAN 3800?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3800 has the following specifications: 38ft LOA, 12.42ft beam, 5.33ft draft, 16,000lb displacement, 7,000lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TARTAN 3800 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3800 has an average asking price of $113,740, with prices ranging from $76,200 to $139,500 based on 5 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TARTAN 3800 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tartan Marine (USA), designed by Tim Jackett, first built in 1994, with production ending in 1999, 43 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the TARTAN 3800 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3800 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 26.07, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.98, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the TARTAN 3800?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3800 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.82, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 239.77, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TARTAN 3800?

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Annual maintenance for a TARTAN 3800 is estimated at $2.1K – $5.6K. 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 3800 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TARTAN 3800 (38ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.1K – $5.6K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1000-$1800/year (based on $113,740 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 38ft boat: Florida: $6,800-$18,200/year. California: $6,400-$16,000/year. Massachusetts: $4,800-$10,600/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,800-$13,300/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,600-$8,200/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,200/year. Washington: $5,500-$11,900/year. Michigan: $2,700-$5,900/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,100-$8,200/year. South Carolina: $5,900-$11,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $6K to $30K 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 3800?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TARTAN 3800 (38ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,800-$18,200/year. California: $6,400-$16,000/year. Massachusetts: $4,800-$10,600/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,800-$13,300/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,600-$8,200/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,200/year. Washington: $5,500-$11,900/year. Michigan: $2,700-$5,900/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,100-$8,200/year. South Carolina: $5,900-$11,400/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 3800?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the TARTAN 3800 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in plumbing, 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 3800.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TARTAN 3800?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TARTAN 3800, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across plumbing. 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 3800 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 3800?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3800 has the following rig dimensions: I=49.75ft (foretriangle height), J=14.25ft (foretriangle base), P=43.33ft (mainsail luff), E=14.33ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 689.8 sq ft. Jib area: 354.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TARTAN 3800 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 3800 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 38ft LOA, comfort ratio 26.07, capsize ratio 1.98, SA/disp 16.82, average price $113,740. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	38 ft
LWL	31 ft
Beam	12.42 ft
Draft	5.33 ft
Displacement	16,000 lb
Ballast	7,000 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.5 kn

Iforetriangle height	49.75 ft
Jforetriangle base	14.25 ft
Pmainsail luff	43.33 ft
Emainsail foot	14.33 ft
FLforestay	14.3 ft
Mainsail	689.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	354.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	602.6 sq ft

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