Question 1

What are the specs of the TASHIBA 31?

Accepted Answer

The TASHIBA 31 has the following specifications: 31.19ft LOA, 10.67ft beam, 5ft draft, 13,790lb displacement, 4,705.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a TASHIBA 31 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TASHIBA 31 has an average asking price of $45,500, with prices ranging from $45,500 to $45,500 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TASHIBA 31 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Ta Shing Yacht Building (TAIWAN), designed by Robert Perry, first built in 1986, with production ending in 1988, 25 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the TASHIBA 31 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TASHIBA 31 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 33.53, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.78, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the TASHIBA 31?

Accepted Answer

The TASHIBA 31 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.41, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 374.79, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TASHIBA 31?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TASHIBA 31 is estimated at $1.5K – $4.0K. 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 TASHIBA 31 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TASHIBA 31 (31.19ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.5K – $4.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $400-$750/year (based on $45,500 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 31.19ft boat: Florida: $5,600-$15,000/year. California: $5,200-$13,100/year. Massachusetts: $3,900-$8,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,900-$10,900/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,700-$6,700/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,700/year. Washington: $4,500-$9,700/year. Michigan: $2,200-$4,800/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,400-$6,700/year. South Carolina: $4,900-$9,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $23K 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 TASHIBA 31?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TASHIBA 31 (31.19ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,600-$15,000/year. California: $5,200-$13,100/year. Massachusetts: $3,900-$8,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,900-$10,900/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,700-$6,700/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,700/year. Washington: $4,500-$9,700/year. Michigan: $2,200-$4,800/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,400-$6,700/year. South Carolina: $4,900-$9,400/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 TASHIBA 31?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the TASHIBA 31 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in interior, 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 TASHIBA 31.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TASHIBA 31?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TASHIBA 31, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across interior. 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 TASHIBA 31 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 TASHIBA 31?

Accepted Answer

The TASHIBA 31 has the following rig dimensions: I=45ft (foretriangle height), J=13ft (foretriangle base), P=40ft (mainsail luff), E=13ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 573.3 sq ft. Jib area: 292.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TASHIBA 31 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TASHIBA 31 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 31.19ft LOA, comfort ratio 33.53, capsize ratio 1.78, SA/disp 15.41, average price $45,500. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	31.19 ft
LWL	25.42 ft
Beam	10.67 ft
Draft	5 ft
Displacement	13,790 lb
Ballast	4,705.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	45 ft
Jforetriangle base	13 ft
Pmainsail luff	40 ft
Emainsail foot	13 ft
FLforestay	13 ft
Mainsail	573.3 sq ft
Jib (100%)	292.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	497.3 sq ft

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