Question 1

What are the specs of the TARTAN 455?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 455 has the following specifications: 45.5ft LOA, 14.08ft beam, 6.5ft draft, 25,750lb displacement, 9,748.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Solent. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TARTAN 455 cost?

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The TARTAN 455 has an average asking price of $849,000, with prices ranging from $849,000 to $849,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TARTAN 455 and when was it made?

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Built by Tartan Marine, designed by Tim Jackett, first built in 2020.

Question 4

Is the TARTAN 455 good for offshore sailing?

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The TARTAN 455 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 28.46, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.91, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the TARTAN 455?

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The TARTAN 455 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.01, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 186.53, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TARTAN 455?

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Annual maintenance for a TARTAN 455 is estimated at $2.3K – $6.1K. 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 455 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the TARTAN 455 (45.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.3K – $6.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $7650-$13600/year (based on $849,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 45.5ft boat: Florida: $8,200-$21,800/year. California: $7,600-$19,100/year. Massachusetts: $5,700-$12,700/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,700-$15,900/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,500-$9,800/year. Texas: $3,300-$9,800/year. Washington: $6,600-$14,200/year. Michigan: $3,200-$7,000/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,900-$9,800/year. South Carolina: $7,100-$13,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $13K to $47K 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 455?

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Marina slip costs for the TARTAN 455 (45.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,200-$21,800/year. California: $7,600-$19,100/year. Massachusetts: $5,700-$12,700/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,700-$15,900/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,500-$9,800/year. Texas: $3,300-$9,800/year. Washington: $6,600-$14,200/year. Michigan: $3,200-$7,000/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,900-$9,800/year. South Carolina: $7,100-$13,700/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 455?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TARTAN 455 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in hull, 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 455.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TARTAN 455?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TARTAN 455, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across hull. 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 455 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the TARTAN 455 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 455 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 45.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 28.46, capsize ratio 1.91, SA/disp 18.01, average price $849,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	45.5 ft
LWL	39.5 ft
Beam	14.08 ft
Draft	6.5 ft
Displacement	25,750 lb
Ballast	9,748.9 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.4 kn

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