Question 1

What are the specs of the TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS)?

Accepted Answer

The TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS) has the following specifications: 18.5ft LOA, 6.29ft beam, 2.6ft draft, 1,900lb displacement, 900lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Naugus Fiberglass (USA), designed by Carl Alberg, first built in 1974.

Question 3

Is the TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS) is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 16.89, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.03, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS)?

Accepted Answer

The TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.41, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 344.75, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS) is estimated at $500 – $1.4K. 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 TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS) (18.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $500 – $1.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 18.5ft boat: Florida: $3,300-$8,900/year. California: $3,100-$7,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,300-$5,200/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,300-$6,500/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,200-$4,000/year. Texas: $1,300-$4,000/year. Washington: $2,700-$5,800/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,800/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,000-$4,000/year. South Carolina: $2,900-$5,600/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 7

How much does it cost to dock a TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS) (18.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,300-$8,900/year. California: $3,100-$7,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,300-$5,200/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,300-$6,500/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,200-$4,000/year. Texas: $1,300-$4,000/year. Washington: $2,700-$5,800/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,800/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,000-$4,000/year. South Carolina: $2,900-$5,600/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 TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, 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 TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS), SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck. 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 TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS) 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 TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS)?

Accepted Answer

The TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS) has the following rig dimensions: I=22.08ft (foretriangle height), J=7ft (foretriangle base), P=20ft (mainsail luff), E=8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 163.7 sq ft. Jib area: 77.3 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TYPHOON 18 (NAUGUS) is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 18.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 16.89, capsize ratio 2.03, SA/disp 16.41. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	18.5 ft
LWL	13.5 ft
Beam	6.29 ft
Draft	2.6 ft
Displacement	1,900 lb
Ballast	900 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	4.9 kn

Iforetriangle height	22.08 ft
Jforetriangle base	7 ft
Pmainsail luff	20 ft
Emainsail foot	8 ft
FLforestay	7 ft
Mainsail	163.7 sq ft
Jib (100%)	77.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	131.4 sq ft

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