Question 1

What are the specs of the WATKINS 36?

Accepted Answer

The WATKINS 36 has the following specifications: 36ft LOA, 10.5ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 17,000lb displacement, 5,999.3lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the WATKINS 36 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Watkins Yachts (USA), designed by Tripp/Watkins, first built in 1981, with production ending in 1983.

Question 3

Is the WATKINS 36 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The WATKINS 36 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 36.59, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.64, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the WATKINS 36?

Accepted Answer

The WATKINS 36 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 12.83, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 300.79, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a WATKINS 36?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a WATKINS 36 is estimated at $2.1K – $5.7K. 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 WATKINS 36 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the WATKINS 36 (36ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.1K – $5.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 36ft boat: Florida: $6,500-$17,300/year. California: $6,000-$15,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,500-$10,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,500-$12,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,800/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,800/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,200/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,800/year. South Carolina: $5,600-$10,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $29K 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 WATKINS 36?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the WATKINS 36 (36ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,500-$17,300/year. California: $6,000-$15,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,500-$10,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,500-$12,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,800/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,800/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,200/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,800/year. South Carolina: $5,600-$10,800/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 WATKINS 36?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the WATKINS 36 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 WATKINS 36.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a WATKINS 36?

Accepted Answer

When buying a WATKINS 36, SailPages.com has compiled 2 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 WATKINS 36 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 WATKINS 36?

Accepted Answer

The WATKINS 36 has the following rig dimensions: I=40.5ft (foretriangle height), J=14ft (foretriangle base), P=35ft (mainsail luff), E=14ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 548.1 sq ft. Jib area: 283.5 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the WATKINS 36 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The WATKINS 36 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 36ft LOA, comfort ratio 36.59, capsize ratio 1.64, SA/disp 12.83. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	36 ft
LWL	29.33 ft
Beam	10.5 ft
Draft	4.5 ft
Displacement	17,000 lb
Ballast	5,999.3 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	40.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	14 ft
Pmainsail luff	35 ft
Emainsail foot	14 ft
FLforestay	14 ft
Mainsail	548.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	283.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	482 sq ft

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