Question 1

What are the specs of the WETA 4.4?

Accepted Answer

The WETA 4.4 has the following specifications: 19.03ft LOA, 11.48ft beam, 3ft draft, 264.6lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

How much does a WETA 4.4 cost?

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The WETA 4.4 has an average asking price of $4,500, with prices ranging from $4,500 to $4,500 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the WETA 4.4 and when was it made?

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Built by Weta Marine Ltd. (New Zealand)), designed by Tim Clissold/Roger and Chris Kitchen, first built in 2004, 1,350 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the WETA 4.4 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The WETA 4.4 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull.  The capsize screening ratio is 7.16, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the WETA 4.4?

Accepted Answer

The WETA 4.4 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 48.11, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a WETA 4.4?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a WETA 4.4 is estimated at $400 – $1.2K. 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 WETA 4.4 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the WETA 4.4 (19.03ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $400 – $1.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$50/year (based on $4,500 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 19.03ft boat: Florida: $3,400-$9,100/year. California: $3,200-$8,000/year. Massachusetts: $2,400-$5,300/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,400-$6,700/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,300-$4,100/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,100/year. Washington: $2,700-$5,900/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,900/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,100-$4,100/year. South Carolina: $3,000-$5,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $13K 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 WETA 4.4?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the WETA 4.4 (19.03ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,400-$9,100/year. California: $3,200-$8,000/year. Massachusetts: $2,400-$5,300/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,400-$6,700/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,300-$4,100/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,100/year. Washington: $2,700-$5,900/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,900/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,100-$4,100/year. South Carolina: $3,000-$5,700/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 WETA 4.4?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the WETA 4.4 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 WETA 4.4.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a WETA 4.4?

Accepted Answer

When buying a WETA 4.4, 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 WETA 4.4 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the WETA 4.4 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The WETA 4.4 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 19.03ft LOA, capsize ratio 7.16, SA/disp 48.11, average price $4,500. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	19.03 ft
Beam	11.48 ft
Draft	3 ft/ 0.82 ft min
Displacement	264.6 lb

Mainsail	89.34 sq ft
Jib (100%)	34.44 sq ft
Spinnaker	209.9 sq ft

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