Question 1

What are the specs of the TRITON 21?

Accepted Answer

The TRITON 21 has the following specifications: 21.25ft LOA, 8ft beam, 4.58ft draft, 1,700lb displacement, 199.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

How much does a TRITON 21 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TRITON 21 has an average asking price of $16,267, with prices ranging from $16,267 to $16,267 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TRITON 21 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Pearson Yachts, first built in 1985.

Question 4

Is the TRITON 21 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TRITON 21 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 8.67, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.68, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the TRITON 21?

Accepted Answer

The TRITON 21 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 24.77, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 130.13, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TRITON 21?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TRITON 21 is estimated at $700 – $1.8K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a TRITON 21 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TRITON 21 (21.25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $700 – $1.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $150-$250/year (based on $16,267 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 21.25ft boat: Florida: $3,800-$10,200/year. California: $3,600-$8,900/year. Massachusetts: $2,700-$6,000/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,700-$7,400/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,600-$4,600/year. Texas: $1,500-$4,600/year. Washington: $3,100-$6,600/year. Michigan: $1,500-$3,300/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,300-$4,600/year. South Carolina: $3,300-$6,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $15K 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 TRITON 21?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TRITON 21 (21.25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,800-$10,200/year. California: $3,600-$8,900/year. Massachusetts: $2,700-$6,000/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,700-$7,400/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,600-$4,600/year. Texas: $1,500-$4,600/year. Washington: $3,100-$6,600/year. Michigan: $1,500-$3,300/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,300-$4,600/year. South Carolina: $3,300-$6,400/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 TRITON 21?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the TRITON 21 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 TRITON 21.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TRITON 21?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TRITON 21, SailPages.com has compiled 2 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 TRITON 21 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 TRITON 21?

Accepted Answer

The TRITON 21 has the following rig dimensions: I=26.33ft (foretriangle height), J=7.83ft (foretriangle base), P=26ft (mainsail luff), E=9ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 229.4 sq ft. Jib area: 103.1 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TRITON 21 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TRITON 21 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 21.25ft LOA, comfort ratio 8.67, capsize ratio 2.68, SA/disp 24.77, average price $16,267. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	21.25 ft
LWL	18 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	4.58 ft/ 1.25 ft min
Displacement	1,700 lb
Ballast	199.9 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.7 kn

Iforetriangle height	26.33 ft
Jforetriangle base	7.83 ft
Pmainsail luff	26 ft
Emainsail foot	9 ft
FLforestay	7.8 ft
Mainsail	229.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	103.1 sq ft
Spinnaker	175.2 sq ft

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