Question 1

What are the specs of the TIWAL 3R?

Accepted Answer

The TIWAL 3R has the following specifications: 10.5ft LOA, 5.33ft beam, 2.42ft draft, 121lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cat (unstayed). Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the TIWAL 3R and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Tiwal, designed by Marion Excoffon, first built in 2022.

Question 3

Is the TIWAL 3R good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TIWAL 3R is classified as a Dinghy.  The capsize screening ratio is 4.31, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the TIWAL 3R?

Accepted Answer

The TIWAL 3R has a sail area to displacement ratio of 50.38, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a TIWAL 3R?

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Annual maintenance for a TIWAL 3R is estimated at $100 – $200. 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 TIWAL 3R per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TIWAL 3R (10.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $100 – $200/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 10.5ft boat: Florida: $1,900-$5,000/year. California: $1,800-$4,400/year. Massachusetts: $1,300-$2,900/year + $400 winter storage. New York: $1,300-$3,700/year + $400 winter storage. Maryland: $1,300-$2,300/year. Texas: $800-$2,300/year. Washington: $1,500-$3,300/year. Michigan: $700-$1,600/year + $400 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,100-$2,300/year. South Carolina: $1,600-$3,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $1K to $9K 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 TIWAL 3R?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TIWAL 3R (10.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $1,900-$5,000/year. California: $1,800-$4,400/year. Massachusetts: $1,300-$2,900/year + $400 winter storage. New York: $1,300-$3,700/year + $400 winter storage. Maryland: $1,300-$2,300/year. Texas: $800-$2,300/year. Washington: $1,500-$3,300/year. Michigan: $700-$1,600/year + $400 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,100-$2,300/year. South Carolina: $1,600-$3,200/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 TIWAL 3R?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TIWAL 3R by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in hull, 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 TIWAL 3R.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a TIWAL 3R?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TIWAL 3R, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across hull. 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 TIWAL 3R includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the TIWAL 3R compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TIWAL 3R is classified as a Dinghy by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 10.5ft LOA, capsize ratio 4.31, SA/disp 50.38. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	10.5 ft
Beam	5.33 ft
Draft	2.42 ft
Displacement	121 lb

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