Question 1

What are the specs of the TATOOSH 42?

Accepted Answer

The TATOOSH 42 has the following specifications: 41.83ft LOA, 12.75ft beam, 5.83ft draft, 21,258lb displacement, 8,700.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TATOOSH 42 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TATOOSH 42 has an average asking price of $59,900, with prices ranging from $59,900 to $59,900 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TATOOSH 42 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Ta Shing Yacht Building (TAIWAN), designed by Robert Perry, first built in 1981.

Question 4

Is the TATOOSH 42 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TATOOSH 42 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 29.11, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.84, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the TATOOSH 42?

Accepted Answer

The TATOOSH 42 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.72, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 196.45, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TATOOSH 42?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TATOOSH 42 is estimated at $3.0K – $8.0K. 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 TATOOSH 42 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TATOOSH 42 (41.83ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.0K – $8.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $550-$950/year (based on $59,900 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 41.83ft boat: Florida: $7,500-$20,100/year. California: $7,000-$17,600/year. Massachusetts: $5,300-$11,700/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,300-$14,600/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,000-$9,000/year. Texas: $3,000-$9,000/year. Washington: $6,000-$13,100/year. Michigan: $2,900-$6,400/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,500-$9,000/year. South Carolina: $6,500-$12,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $7K to $34K 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 TATOOSH 42?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TATOOSH 42 (41.83ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,500-$20,100/year. California: $7,000-$17,600/year. Massachusetts: $5,300-$11,700/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,300-$14,600/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,000-$9,000/year. Texas: $3,000-$9,000/year. Washington: $6,000-$13,100/year. Michigan: $2,900-$6,400/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,500-$9,000/year. South Carolina: $6,500-$12,500/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 TATOOSH 42?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the TATOOSH 42 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, keel, 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 TATOOSH 42.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TATOOSH 42?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TATOOSH 42, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, keel. 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 TATOOSH 42 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 TATOOSH 42?

Accepted Answer

The TATOOSH 42 has the following rig dimensions: I=50.5ft (foretriangle height), J=16.5ft (foretriangle base), P=45ft (mainsail luff), E=17ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 829.7 sq ft. Jib area: 416.6 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TATOOSH 42 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TATOOSH 42 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 41.83ft LOA, comfort ratio 29.11, capsize ratio 1.84, SA/disp 16.72, average price $59,900. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	41.83 ft
LWL	36.42 ft
Beam	12.75 ft
Draft	5.83 ft
Displacement	21,258 lb
Ballast	8,700.9 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.1 kn

Iforetriangle height	50.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	16.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	45 ft
Emainsail foot	17 ft
FLforestay	16.5 ft
Mainsail	829.7 sq ft
Jib (100%)	416.6 sq ft
Spinnaker	708.3 sq ft

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