Question 1

What are the specs of the TOBAGO 35?

Accepted Answer

The TOBAGO 35 has the following specifications: 35ft LOA, 19ft beam, 3.08ft draft, 8,000lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Twin/Triple.

Question 2

Who built the TOBAGO 35 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Fountaine Pajot (FRA), designed by Joubert-Nivelt/Flahault, first built in 1993, with production ending in 1996, 95 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the TOBAGO 35 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TOBAGO 35 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull. It has a comfort ratio of 7.61, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 3.8, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the TOBAGO 35?

Accepted Answer

The TOBAGO 35 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 29.33, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 119.88, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a TOBAGO 35?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TOBAGO 35 is estimated at $1.8K – $4.8K. 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 TOBAGO 35 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TOBAGO 35 (35ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.8K – $4.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 35ft boat: Florida: $6,300-$16,800/year. California: $5,900-$14,700/year. Massachusetts: $4,400-$9,800/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,400-$12,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,200-$7,600/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,600/year. Washington: $5,000-$10,900/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,400/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,800-$7,600/year. South Carolina: $5,500-$10,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $28K 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 TOBAGO 35?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TOBAGO 35 (35ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,300-$16,800/year. California: $5,900-$14,700/year. Massachusetts: $4,400-$9,800/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,400-$12,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,200-$7,600/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,600/year. Washington: $5,000-$10,900/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,400/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,800-$7,600/year. South Carolina: $5,500-$10,500/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 8

What are the common problems with the TOBAGO 35?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the TOBAGO 35 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, deck, 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 TOBAGO 35.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a TOBAGO 35?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TOBAGO 35, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging, deck. 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 TOBAGO 35 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 TOBAGO 35 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TOBAGO 35 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 35ft LOA, comfort ratio 7.61, capsize ratio 3.8, SA/disp 29.33. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	35 ft
LWL	31 ft
Beam	19 ft
Draft	3.08 ft
Displacement	8,000 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.5 kn

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