Question 1

What are the specs of the YANKEE 26?

Accepted Answer

The YANKEE 26 has the following specifications: 26ft LOA, 8.67ft beam, 4.75ft draft, 5,335lb displacement, 2,150lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a YANKEE 26 cost?

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The YANKEE 26 has an average asking price of $15,000, with prices ranging from $15,000 to $15,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the YANKEE 26 and when was it made?

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Built by Yankee Yachts Inc. (USA), designed by Sparkman & Stephens, first built in 1974.

Question 4

Is the YANKEE 26 good for offshore sailing?

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The YANKEE 26 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 20.84, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.99, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the YANKEE 26?

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The YANKEE 26 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.77, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 269.69, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a YANKEE 26?

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Annual maintenance for a YANKEE 26 is estimated at $1.1K – $2.9K. 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 YANKEE 26 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the YANKEE 26 (26ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.1K – $2.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $150-$250/year (based on $15,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 26ft boat: Florida: $4,700-$12,500/year. California: $4,400-$10,900/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,300/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,600/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,600/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,100/year. Michigan: $1,800-$4,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,600/year. South Carolina: $4,100-$7,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $19K 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 YANKEE 26?

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Marina slip costs for the YANKEE 26 (26ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,700-$12,500/year. California: $4,400-$10,900/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,300/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,600/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,600/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,100/year. Michigan: $1,800-$4,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,600/year. South Carolina: $4,100-$7,800/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 9

What are the common problems with the YANKEE 26?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the YANKEE 26 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, rigging, 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 YANKEE 26.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a YANKEE 26?

Accepted Answer

When buying a YANKEE 26, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck, rigging. 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 YANKEE 26 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 YANKEE 26?

Accepted Answer

The YANKEE 26 has the following rig dimensions: I=33.5ft (foretriangle height), J=10.3ft (foretriangle base), P=28.3ft (mainsail luff), E=9ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 310.1 sq ft. Jib area: 172.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the YANKEE 26 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The YANKEE 26 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 26ft LOA, comfort ratio 20.84, capsize ratio 1.99, SA/disp 15.77, average price $15,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	26 ft
LWL	20.67 ft
Beam	8.67 ft
Draft	4.75 ft
Displacement	5,335 lb
Ballast	2,150 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.1 kn

Iforetriangle height	33.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	10.3 ft
Pmainsail luff	28.3 ft
Emainsail foot	9 ft
FLforestay	10.3 ft
Mainsail	310.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	172.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	293.3 sq ft

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