Question 1

What are the specs of the TRANSPAC 49?

Accepted Answer

The TRANSPAC 49 has the following specifications: 48.5ft LOA, 13.58ft beam, 6ft draft, 39,000lb displacement, 12,000.3lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Ketch. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TRANSPAC 49 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TRANSPAC 49 has an average asking price of $156,577, with prices ranging from $156,577 to $156,577 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TRANSPAC 49 and when was it made?

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Built by Transpacific Marine Ltd. (TAIWAN), designed by George Duke, first built in 1976, with production ending in 2004.

Question 4

Is the TRANSPAC 49 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TRANSPAC 49 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 43.67, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.61, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the TRANSPAC 49?

Accepted Answer

The TRANSPAC 49 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 14.67, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 265.42, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TRANSPAC 49?

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Annual maintenance for a TRANSPAC 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 TRANSPAC 49 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TRANSPAC 49 (48.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $4.0K – $11K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1400-$2500/year (based on $156,577 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 48.5ft boat: Florida: $8,700-$23,300/year. California: $8,100-$20,400/year. Massachusetts: $6,100-$13,600/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $6,100-$17,000/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,800-$10,500/year. Texas: $3,500-$10,500/year. Washington: $7,000-$15,100/year. Michigan: $3,400-$7,500/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,200-$10,500/year. South Carolina: $7,600-$14,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $9K to $42K 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 TRANSPAC 49?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TRANSPAC 49 (48.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,700-$23,300/year. California: $8,100-$20,400/year. Massachusetts: $6,100-$13,600/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $6,100-$17,000/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,800-$10,500/year. Texas: $3,500-$10,500/year. Washington: $7,000-$15,100/year. Michigan: $3,400-$7,500/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,200-$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 TRANSPAC 49?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TRANSPAC 49 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, 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 TRANSPAC 49.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TRANSPAC 49?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TRANSPAC 49, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural. 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 TRANSPAC 49 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the TRANSPAC 49 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TRANSPAC 49 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 48.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 43.67, capsize ratio 1.61, SA/disp 14.67, average price $156,577. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	48.5 ft
LWL	40.33 ft
Beam	13.58 ft
Draft	6 ft
Displacement	39,000 lb
Ballast	12,000.3 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.5 kn

TWA \ TWS	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	20	24
52°	3.3	4.6	5.6	6.3	6.9	7.2	7.5	7.7	7.7
60°	3.7	5.0	6.0	6.7	7.2	7.5	7.8	8.0	8.0
75°	3.9	5.3	6.2	7.0	7.5	7.9	8.1	8.3	8.4
90°	3.9	5.3	6.4	7.3	7.8	8.1	8.3	8.6	8.8
110°	4.0	5.5	6.7	7.5	8.0	8.4	8.6	9.0	9.2
120°	3.9	5.3	6.5	7.4	7.9	8.3	8.6	9.0	9.4
135°	3.4	4.7	5.9	6.8	7.5	8.0	8.4	8.9	9.3
150°	2.7	4.0	5.0	5.9	6.7	7.4	7.9	8.5	8.9
Beat VMG	2.0	2.9	3.6	4.1	4.5	4.8	5.0	5.1	5.0
Run VMG	2.4	3.4	4.4	5.1	5.8	6.4	6.9	7.8	8.4

TRANSPAC 49

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