Question 1

What are the specs of the WHITBY 55?

Accepted Answer

The WHITBY 55 has the following specifications: 55ft LOA, 15.42ft beam, 6.58ft draft, 54,000lb displacement, 16,000.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Staysail Ketch. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the WHITBY 55 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Whitby Boat Works Ltd. (CAN), designed by Ted Brewer, first built in 1982.

Question 3

Is the WHITBY 55 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The WHITBY 55 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 45.51, 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 WHITBY 55?

Accepted Answer

The WHITBY 55 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.3, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 264.55, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a WHITBY 55?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a WHITBY 55 is estimated at $6.3K – $17K. 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 WHITBY 55 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the WHITBY 55 (55ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $6.3K – $17K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 55ft boat: Florida: $9,900-$26,400/year. California: $9,200-$23,100/year. Massachusetts: $6,900-$15,400/year + $2,200 winter storage. New York: $6,900-$19,300/year + $2,200 winter storage. Maryland: $6,600-$11,900/year. Texas: $4,000-$11,900/year. Washington: $7,900-$17,200/year. Michigan: $3,900-$8,500/year + $2,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,900-$11,900/year. South Carolina: $8,600-$16,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $11K to $52K 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 WHITBY 55?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the WHITBY 55 (55ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $9,900-$26,400/year. California: $9,200-$23,100/year. Massachusetts: $6,900-$15,400/year + $2,200 winter storage. New York: $6,900-$19,300/year + $2,200 winter storage. Maryland: $6,600-$11,900/year. Texas: $4,000-$11,900/year. Washington: $7,900-$17,200/year. Michigan: $3,900-$8,500/year + $2,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,900-$11,900/year. South Carolina: $8,600-$16,500/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 WHITBY 55?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the WHITBY 55 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in plumbing, 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 WHITBY 55.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a WHITBY 55?

Accepted Answer

When buying a WHITBY 55, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across plumbing. 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 WHITBY 55 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the WHITBY 55 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The WHITBY 55 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 55ft LOA, comfort ratio 45.51, capsize ratio 1.64, SA/disp 15.3. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	55 ft
LWL	45 ft
Beam	15.42 ft
Draft	6.58 ft
Displacement	54,000 lb
Ballast	16,000.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	9.0 kn

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