Question 1

What are the specs of the TIBURON 36?

Accepted Answer

The TIBURON 36 has the following specifications: 36.2ft LOA, 11.42ft beam, 5ft draft, 21,000lb displacement, 6,999.3lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Staysail Ketch. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the TIBURON 36 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Cabo Rico, designed by W.I.B. Crealock, first built in 1972.

Question 3

Is the TIBURON 36 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TIBURON 36 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 40.42, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.66, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the TIBURON 36?

Accepted Answer

The TIBURON 36 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 20.26, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 374.62, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a TIBURON 36?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TIBURON 36 is estimated at $2.6K – $7.0K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a TIBURON 36 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TIBURON 36 (36.2ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.6K – $7.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 36.2ft boat: Florida: $6,500-$17,400/year. California: $6,100-$15,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,600-$10,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,600-$12,700/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,800/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,800/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,300/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,800/year. South Carolina: $5,600-$10,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $6K to $31K 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 TIBURON 36?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TIBURON 36 (36.2ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,500-$17,400/year. California: $6,100-$15,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,600-$10,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,600-$12,700/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,800/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,800/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,300/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,800/year. South Carolina: $5,600-$10,900/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 8

What are the common problems with the TIBURON 36?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TIBURON 36 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 TIBURON 36.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a TIBURON 36?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TIBURON 36, 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 TIBURON 36 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 TIBURON 36?

Accepted Answer

The TIBURON 36 has the following rig dimensions: I=41ft (foretriangle height), J=17.58ft (foretriangle base), P=35.2ft (mainsail luff), E=14.55ft (mainsail foot).

Question 11

How does the TIBURON 36 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TIBURON 36 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 36.2ft LOA, comfort ratio 40.42, capsize ratio 1.66, SA/disp 20.26. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	36.2 ft
LWL	29.25 ft
Beam	11.42 ft
Draft	5 ft
Displacement	21,000 lb
Ballast	6,999.3 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	41 ft
Jforetriangle base	17.58 ft
Pmainsail luff	35.2 ft
Emainsail foot	14.55 ft

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