Question 1

What are the specs of the TRAPPER TS240?

Accepted Answer

The TRAPPER TS240 has the following specifications: 25.18ft LOA, 9.18ft beam, 5.5ft draft, 2,600lb displacement, 1,196lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the TRAPPER TS240 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Trapper Yachts. Ltd.(UK), designed by Ed Dubois, first built in 1980.

Question 3

Is the TRAPPER TS240 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TRAPPER TS240 is classified as a Performance Racer. It has a comfort ratio of 9.89, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.67, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the TRAPPER TS240?

Accepted Answer

The TRAPPER TS240 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 22.31, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 156.54, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a TRAPPER TS240?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TRAPPER TS240 is estimated at $1.0K – $2.7K. 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 TRAPPER TS240 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TRAPPER TS240 (25.18ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.0K – $2.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 25.18ft boat: Florida: $4,500-$12,100/year. California: $4,200-$10,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,400/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,400/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,900/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,400/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $20K 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 TRAPPER TS240?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TRAPPER TS240 (25.18ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,500-$12,100/year. California: $4,200-$10,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,400/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,400/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,900/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,400/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,600/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 8

What are the common problems with the TRAPPER TS240?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TRAPPER TS240 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 TRAPPER TS240.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a TRAPPER TS240?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TRAPPER TS240, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across 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 TRAPPER TS240 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 TRAPPER TS240?

Accepted Answer

The TRAPPER TS240 has the following rig dimensions: I=25.17ft (foretriangle height), J=9ft (foretriangle base), P=26.5ft (mainsail luff), E=10.17ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 258.8 sq ft. Jib area: 113.3 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the TRAPPER TS240 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TRAPPER TS240 is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 25.18ft LOA, comfort ratio 9.89, capsize ratio 2.67, SA/disp 22.31. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	25.18 ft
LWL	19.5 ft
Beam	9.18 ft
Draft	5.5 ft/ 1.35 ft min
Displacement	2,600 lb
Ballast	1,196 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.9 kn

Iforetriangle height	25.17 ft
Jforetriangle base	9 ft
Pmainsail luff	26.5 ft
Emainsail foot	10.17 ft
FLforestay	9 ft
Mainsail	258.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	113.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	192.6 sq ft

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