TARTAN 4000
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 40.67 ft |
| LWL | 36.42 ft |
| Beam | 12 ft |
| Draft | 6.25 ft |
| Displacement | 18,854 lb |
| Ballast | 5,499.7 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.1 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 55.58 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 16.25 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 53.25 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 16.5 ft |
| FLforestay | 16.3 ft |
| Mainsail | 926 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 451.6 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 886.6 sq ft |
About the TARTAN 4000
Draft: -Beavertail: 5.00 ft (1.52 m) -Keel/Centerboard: 4.75 ft (1.45 m) / 8.75 ft (2.67m) Displacement: -Beavertail: 20,104 lbs (9119 kg) -Keel/Centerboard: 20,379 lbs ( 9244 kg) Ballast: -Beavertail: 6,750 lbs (3062 kg) -Centerboard: 7025 lbs (3186 kg)
The Tartan 4000 is a fractional sloop designed by Tim Jackett and built by Tartan Marine, with production records indicating a start year of 2010. While the exact hull count is unspecified in the source data, the vessel is characterized by a displacement of 18854.0 lb and a beam of 12.0 ft, reflecting a robust, performance-oriented cruising design.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a performance-oriented cruiser, given its fractional rig and moderate displacement, though owners should be prepared for specific structural maintenance tasks.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.81 and a displacement of 18854.0 lb, the Tartan 4000 possesses the stability and mass for offshore passages, provided the hull structure is sound.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other late-era Tartans and similar 40-foot fractional sloop cruisers from the same period, as they share similar fractional rig configurations and displacement profiles aimed at balanced performance.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 5.6 | 6.6 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.8 |
| 60° | 5.9 | 6.9 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 7.9 | 8.0 |
| 75° | 6.2 | 7.1 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.1 | 8.2 | 8.4 |
| 90° | 6.1 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.2 | 8.4 | 8.7 |
| 110° | 5.9 | 7.1 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 8.5 | 8.7 | 9.0 |
| 120° | 5.8 | 7.0 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 8.6 | 8.9 | 9.4 |
| 135° | 5.2 | 6.4 | 7.4 | 7.9 | 8.3 | 8.8 | 9.6 |
| 150° | 4.4 | 5.6 | 6.6 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.6 |
| Beat VMG | 3.6 | 4.4 | 4.9 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.5 |
| Run VMG | 3.8 | 4.8 | 5.7 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 7.9 |
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
5 listings · boat years 2013–2016 · median $299,500
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 40.67ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
5 reported issues across 4 systems for the TARTAN 4000, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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