Question 1

What are the specs of the TRINTELLA 45?

Accepted Answer

The TRINTELLA 45 has the following specifications: 44.95ft LOA, 13.48ft beam, 7.22ft draft, 31,967lb displacement, 13,227.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the TRINTELLA 45 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Anne Wever, designed by van de Stadt, first built in 1983, with production ending in 1986, 11 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the TRINTELLA 45 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TRINTELLA 45 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 40.39, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.7, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the TRINTELLA 45?

Accepted Answer

The TRINTELLA 45 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 20.42, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 320.88, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a TRINTELLA 45?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TRINTELLA 45 is estimated at $3.4K – $9.1K. 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 TRINTELLA 45 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TRINTELLA 45 (44.95ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.4K – $9.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 44.95ft boat: Florida: $8,100-$21,600/year. California: $7,600-$18,900/year. Massachusetts: $5,700-$12,600/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,700-$15,700/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,400-$9,700/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,700/year. Washington: $6,500-$14,000/year. Michigan: $3,100-$6,900/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,900-$9,700/year. South Carolina: $7,000-$13,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $7K to $38K 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 TRINTELLA 45?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TRINTELLA 45 (44.95ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,100-$21,600/year. California: $7,600-$18,900/year. Massachusetts: $5,700-$12,600/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,700-$15,700/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,400-$9,700/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,700/year. Washington: $6,500-$14,000/year. Michigan: $3,100-$6,900/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,900-$9,700/year. South Carolina: $7,000-$13,500/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 TRINTELLA 45?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the TRINTELLA 45 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, 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 TRINTELLA 45.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a TRINTELLA 45?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TRINTELLA 45, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine. 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 TRINTELLA 45 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 TRINTELLA 45?

Accepted Answer

The TRINTELLA 45 has the following rig dimensions: I=62.3ft (foretriangle height), J=18ft (foretriangle base), P=55ft (mainsail luff), E=16.75ft (mainsail foot).

Question 11

How does the TRINTELLA 45 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TRINTELLA 45 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 44.95ft LOA, comfort ratio 40.39, capsize ratio 1.7, SA/disp 20.42. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	44.95 ft
LWL	35.43 ft
Beam	13.48 ft
Draft	7.22 ft
Displacement	31,967 lb
Ballast	13,227.9 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	62.3 ft
Jforetriangle base	18 ft
Pmainsail luff	55 ft
Emainsail foot	16.75 ft

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