Question 1

What are the specs of the TARTAN 46?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 46 has the following specifications: 46.67ft LOA, 14ft beam, 7.54ft draft, 28,500lb displacement, 13,400.7lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the TARTAN 46 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tartan Marine (USA), designed by Sparkman & Stephens, first built in 1972, with production ending in 1974, 8 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the TARTAN 46 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 46 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 32.47, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.84, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the TARTAN 46?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 46 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.13, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 238.02, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a TARTAN 46?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TARTAN 46 is estimated at $4.0K – $11K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a TARTAN 46 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TARTAN 46 (46.67ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $4.0K – $11K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 46.67ft boat: Florida: $8,400-$22,400/year. California: $7,800-$19,600/year. Massachusetts: $5,900-$13,100/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $5,900-$16,300/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,600-$10,100/year. Texas: $3,400-$10,100/year. Washington: $6,700-$14,600/year. Michigan: $3,300-$7,200/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,000-$10,100/year. South Carolina: $7,300-$14,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $8K to $41K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a TARTAN 46?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TARTAN 46 (46.67ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,400-$22,400/year. California: $7,800-$19,600/year. Massachusetts: $5,900-$13,100/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $5,900-$16,300/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,600-$10,100/year. Texas: $3,400-$10,100/year. Washington: $6,700-$14,600/year. Michigan: $3,300-$7,200/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,000-$10,100/year. South Carolina: $7,300-$14,000/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 8

What are the common problems with the TARTAN 46?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the TARTAN 46 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, deck, 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 46.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a TARTAN 46?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TARTAN 46, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, deck. 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 46 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the TARTAN 46?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 46 has the following rig dimensions: I=58.5ft (foretriangle height), J=20ft (foretriangle base), P=53.5ft (mainsail luff), E=17.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 1090.6 sq ft. Jib area: 585 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the TARTAN 46 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 46 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 46.67ft LOA, comfort ratio 32.47, capsize ratio 1.84, SA/disp 18.13. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	46.67 ft
LWL	37.67 ft
Beam	14 ft
Draft	7.54 ft
Displacement	28,500 lb
Ballast	13,400.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	58.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	20 ft
Pmainsail luff	53.5 ft
Emainsail foot	17.5 ft
FLforestay	20 ft
Mainsail	1,090.6 sq ft
Jib (100%)	585 sq ft
Spinnaker	994.5 sq ft

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