Question 1

What are the specs of the TARTAN 42?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 42 has the following specifications: 42ft LOA, 12.25ft beam, 6.92ft draft, 22,000lb displacement, 9,000.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TARTAN 42 cost?

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The TARTAN 42 has an average asking price of $82,616, with prices ranging from $72,000 to $89,000 based on 4 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TARTAN 42 and when was it made?

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Built by Tartan Marine (USA), designed by Sparkman & Stephens, first built in 1980, with production ending in 1984, 34 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the TARTAN 42 good for offshore sailing?

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The TARTAN 42 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 34.53, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.75, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the TARTAN 42?

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The TARTAN 42 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.51, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 299.73, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TARTAN 42?

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Annual maintenance for a TARTAN 42 is estimated at $3.0K – $7.9K. 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 42 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TARTAN 42 (42ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.0K – $7.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $750-$1300/year (based on $82,616 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 42ft boat: Florida: $7,600-$20,200/year. California: $7,100-$17,600/year. Massachusetts: $5,300-$11,800/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,300-$14,700/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,000-$9,100/year. Texas: $3,000-$9,100/year. Washington: $6,000-$13,100/year. Michigan: $2,900-$6,500/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,500-$9,100/year. South Carolina: $6,600-$12,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $7K to $34K 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 42?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TARTAN 42 (42ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,600-$20,200/year. California: $7,100-$17,600/year. Massachusetts: $5,300-$11,800/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,300-$14,700/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,000-$9,100/year. Texas: $3,000-$9,100/year. Washington: $6,000-$13,100/year. Michigan: $2,900-$6,500/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,500-$9,100/year. South Carolina: $6,600-$12,600/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 42?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TARTAN 42 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 42.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TARTAN 42?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TARTAN 42, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across 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 42 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 42?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 42 has the following rig dimensions: I=52ft (foretriangle height), J=16.8ft (foretriangle base), P=45ft (mainsail luff), E=13ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 782.2 sq ft. Jib area: 452.3 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TARTAN 42 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 42 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 42ft LOA, comfort ratio 34.53, capsize ratio 1.75, SA/disp 15.51, average price $82,616. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	42 ft
LWL	32 ft
Beam	12.25 ft
Draft	6.92 ft
Displacement	22,000 lb
Ballast	9,000.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	52 ft
Jforetriangle base	16.8 ft
Pmainsail luff	45 ft
Emainsail foot	13 ft
FLforestay	16.8 ft
Mainsail	782.2 sq ft
Jib (100%)	452.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	768.8 sq ft
SA total	729 sq ft

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