Question 1

What are the specs of the TASWELL 49?

Accepted Answer

The TASWELL 49 has the following specifications: 48.83ft LOA, 15ft beam, 6.75ft draft, 32,500lb displacement, 13,000lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TASWELL 49 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TASWELL 49 has an average asking price of $312,459, with prices ranging from $312,459 to $312,459 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TASWELL 49 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Ta Shing Yacht Building (TAIWAN), designed by Bill Dixon, first built in 1989.

Question 4

Is the TASWELL 49 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TASWELL 49 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 31, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.88, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the TASWELL 49?

Accepted Answer

The TASWELL 49 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.79, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 196.96, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TASWELL 49?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TASWELL 49 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 7

How much does it cost to own a TASWELL 49 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TASWELL 49 (48.83ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $4.0K – $11K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $2800-$5000/year (based on $312,459 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 48.83ft boat: Florida: $8,800-$23,400/year. California: $8,200-$20,500/year. Massachusetts: $6,200-$13,700/year + $2,000 winter storage. New York: $6,200-$17,100/year + $2,000 winter storage. Maryland: $5,900-$10,500/year. Texas: $3,500-$10,500/year. Washington: $7,000-$15,200/year. Michigan: $3,400-$7,500/year + $2,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,300-$10,500/year. South Carolina: $7,600-$14,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $10K to $45K 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 TASWELL 49?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TASWELL 49 (48.83ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,800-$23,400/year. California: $8,200-$20,500/year. Massachusetts: $6,200-$13,700/year + $2,000 winter storage. New York: $6,200-$17,100/year + $2,000 winter storage. Maryland: $5,900-$10,500/year. Texas: $3,500-$10,500/year. Washington: $7,000-$15,200/year. Michigan: $3,400-$7,500/year + $2,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,300-$10,500/year. South Carolina: $7,600-$14,600/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 TASWELL 49?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the TASWELL 49 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 TASWELL 49.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TASWELL 49?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TASWELL 49, SailPages.com has compiled 2 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 TASWELL 49 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 TASWELL 49?

Accepted Answer

The TASWELL 49 has the following rig dimensions: I=60ft (foretriangle height), J=19.42ft (foretriangle base), P=53.5ft (mainsail luff), E=18ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 1102.6 sq ft. Jib area: 582.6 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TASWELL 49 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TASWELL 49 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 48.83ft LOA, comfort ratio 31, capsize ratio 1.88, SA/disp 16.79, average price $312,459. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	48.83 ft
LWL	41.92 ft
Beam	15 ft
Draft	6.75 ft
Displacement	32,500 lb
Ballast	13,000 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.7 kn

Iforetriangle height	60 ft
Jforetriangle base	19.42 ft
Pmainsail luff	53.5 ft
Emainsail foot	18 ft
FLforestay	19.4 ft
Mainsail	1,102.6 sq ft
Jib (100%)	582.6 sq ft
Spinnaker	990.4 sq ft

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