Question 1

What are the specs of the TARTAN 4600?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 4600 has the following specifications: 46.2ft LOA, 14.33ft beam, 8.9ft draft, 28,000lb displacement, 8,500.8lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TARTAN 4600 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 4600 has an average asking price of $209,925, with prices ranging from $165,000 to $224,900 based on 4 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TARTAN 4600 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tartan Marine (USA), designed by Tim Jackett, first built in 1990, with production ending in 2001.

Question 4

Is the TARTAN 4600 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 4600 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 30.03, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.89, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the TARTAN 4600?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 4600 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.67, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 201.29, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TARTAN 4600?

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Annual maintenance for a TARTAN 4600 is estimated at $3.2K – $8.5K. 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 4600 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TARTAN 4600 (46.2ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.2K – $8.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1900-$3350/year (based on $209,925 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 46.2ft boat: Florida: $8,300-$22,200/year. California: $7,800-$19,400/year. Massachusetts: $5,800-$12,900/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,800-$16,200/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,500-$10,000/year. Texas: $3,300-$10,000/year. Washington: $6,700-$14,400/year. Michigan: $3,200-$7,100/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,000-$10,000/year. South Carolina: $7,200-$13,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $8K to $40K 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 4600?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TARTAN 4600 (46.2ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,300-$22,200/year. California: $7,800-$19,400/year. Massachusetts: $5,800-$12,900/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,800-$16,200/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,500-$10,000/year. Texas: $3,300-$10,000/year. Washington: $6,700-$14,400/year. Michigan: $3,200-$7,100/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,000-$10,000/year. South Carolina: $7,200-$13,900/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 4600?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TARTAN 4600 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, 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 4600.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TARTAN 4600?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TARTAN 4600, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder. 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 4600 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 4600?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 4600 has the following rig dimensions: I=59.5ft (foretriangle height), J=17ft (foretriangle base), P=53.5ft (mainsail luff), E=19ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 1054.7 sq ft. Jib area: 505.8 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TARTAN 4600 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TARTAN 4600 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 46.2ft LOA, comfort ratio 30.03, capsize ratio 1.89, SA/disp 17.67, average price $209,925. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	46.2 ft
LWL	39.6 ft
Beam	14.33 ft
Draft	8.9 ft
Displacement	28,000 lb
Ballast	8,500.8 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	59.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	17 ft
Pmainsail luff	53.5 ft
Emainsail foot	19 ft
FLforestay	17 ft
Mainsail	1,054.7 sq ft
Jib (100%)	505.8 sq ft
Spinnaker	859.8 sq ft

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