Designed by Tim Jackett and built by Tartan Marine starting in 1993, this 35-footer represents the builder's commitment to quality construction and balanced sailing characteristics. With its moderate displacement of 11,400 pounds and generous sail area of 618 square feet, the Tartan 3500 delivers spirited performance while maintaining the stability and comfort expected from this respected American builder. The boat's fin keel and spade rudder configuration provides responsive handling and good upwind ability, while the masthead sloop rig offers versatility for various sailing conditions. At 30 feet on the waterline with an 11.75-foot beam, the hull strikes an effective balance between interior volume and sailing efficiency, achieving a theoretical hull speed of 7.34 knots. Built with fiberglass construction typical of Tartan's robust standards, the 3500 suits coastal cruising and weekend sailing particularly well. The comfort ratio of 20.97 indicates a boat that moves through moderate seas without excessive motion, while the capsize screening value of 2.09 suggests reasonable stability for near-coastal ventures. With 4,500 pounds of ballast and a 27-horsepower auxiliary engine, this design appeals to sailors seeking a well-mannered cruiser that doesn't sacrifice sailing performance for comfort.
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What is the Tartan 3500's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Tartan 3500 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 19.59. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Tartan 3500's comfort ratio?
The Tartan 3500 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 20.97. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Tartan 3500 safe for offshore sailing?
The Tartan 3500 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.09. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Tartan 3500?
The theoretical hull speed of the Tartan 3500 is 7.34 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Tartan 3500 weigh?
The Tartan 3500 has a displacement of 11,400.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 35.21 ft.
How much does a used Tartan 3500 cost?
Based on 1 recent market listings, used Tartan 3500 sailboats typically sell for between $105,000 and $105,000, with a median asking price of $105,000. Price varies significantly based on year, condition, location, and included equipment.
Who designed the Tartan 3500?
The Tartan 3500 was designed by Tim Jackett, first built in 1993.