Question 1

What are the specs of the TRIPP 47?

Accepted Answer

The TRIPP 47 has the following specifications: 47ft LOA, 13.67ft beam, 9ft draft, 18,800lb displacement, 9,499.6lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TRIPP 47 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TRIPP 47 has an average asking price of $57,500, with prices ranging from $40,000 to $75,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TRIPP 47 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Carroll Marine, designed by William Tripp, III , first built in 1992.

Question 4

Is the TRIPP 47 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TRIPP 47 is classified as a Performance Racer. It has a comfort ratio of 21.68, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.06, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the TRIPP 47?

Accepted Answer

The TRIPP 47 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 26.3, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 145.14, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TRIPP 47?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TRIPP 47 is estimated at $3.6K – $9.5K. 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 TRIPP 47 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TRIPP 47 (47ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.6K – $9.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$900/year (based on $57,500 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 47ft boat: Florida: $8,500-$22,600/year. California: $7,900-$19,700/year. Massachusetts: $5,900-$13,200/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $5,900-$16,500/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,600-$10,200/year. Texas: $3,400-$10,200/year. Washington: $6,800-$14,700/year. Michigan: $3,300-$7,200/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,100-$10,200/year. South Carolina: $7,300-$14,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $7K to $39K 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 TRIPP 47?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TRIPP 47 (47ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,500-$22,600/year. California: $7,900-$19,700/year. Massachusetts: $5,900-$13,200/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $5,900-$16,500/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,600-$10,200/year. Texas: $3,400-$10,200/year. Washington: $6,800-$14,700/year. Michigan: $3,300-$7,200/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,100-$10,200/year. South Carolina: $7,300-$14,100/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 TRIPP 47?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TRIPP 47 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 TRIPP 47.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TRIPP 47?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TRIPP 47, 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 TRIPP 47 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the TRIPP 47?

Accepted Answer

The TRIPP 47 has the following rig dimensions: I=56.25ft (foretriangle height), J=16.33ft (foretriangle base), P=61.5ft (mainsail luff), E=22.75ft (mainsail foot).

Question 12

How does the TRIPP 47 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TRIPP 47 is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 47ft LOA, comfort ratio 21.68, capsize ratio 2.06, SA/disp 26.3, average price $57,500. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	47 ft
LWL	38.67 ft
Beam	13.67 ft
Draft	9 ft
Displacement	18,800 lb
Ballast	9,499.6 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	56.25 ft
Jforetriangle base	16.33 ft
Pmainsail luff	61.5 ft
Emainsail foot	22.75 ft

TWA \ TWS	6	8	10	12	14	16	20
52°	6.4	7.6	8.1	8.2	8.4	8.4	8.6
60°	6.8	7.8	8.3	8.5	8.6	8.7	8.8
75°	7.1	8.0	8.4	8.8	9.0	9.2	9.4
90°	7.1	8.1	8.6	9.0	9.4	9.6	10.0
110°	6.7	7.9	8.5	9.1	9.5	10.0	11.0
120°	6.4	7.7	8.4	9.0	9.6	10.2	11.1
135°	5.7	7.0	8.0	8.6	9.1	9.8	11.2
150°	4.7	5.9	7.0	7.9	8.5	9.0	10.2
Beat VMG	4.2	5.1	5.7	5.9	6.0	6.1	6.3
Run VMG	4.1	5.1	6.1	6.9	7.6	8.2	9.1

TRIPP 47

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