Built for serious cruising sailors who demand both comfort and seaworthiness, this Tartan design represents the builder's expertise in creating capable offshore vessels. The "Passagemaker" designation clearly signals the boat's intended purpose: extended voyaging and long-distance cruising where reliability matters most. Tartan's reputation for solid construction and thoughtful engineering shines through in this model's design philosophy. The boat features the builder's characteristic attention to structural integrity and sailing performance, making it well-suited for coastal cruising and offshore passages alike. Its design balances the need for comfortable accommodations with the sailing characteristics that made Tartan a respected name among serious cruisers. The 41-foot length provides ample space for extended living aboard while maintaining manageable handling characteristics for a cruising couple. Like other Tartan designs from this era, the Passagemaker likely incorporates practical deck layouts, robust rigging systems, and interior arrangements optimized for long-term cruising comfort. For sailors seeking a proven platform for extended cruising adventures, this model represents Tartan's commitment to building boats that can handle whatever conditions the ocean presents while keeping crews comfortable during extended voyages.
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What is the Tartan 41 Passagemaker's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Tartan 41 Passagemaker has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 15.09. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Tartan 41 Passagemaker's comfort ratio?
The Tartan 41 Passagemaker has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 34.06. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Tartan 41 Passagemaker safe for offshore sailing?
The Tartan 41 Passagemaker has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.84. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Tartan 41 Passagemaker?
The theoretical hull speed of the Tartan 41 Passagemaker is 7.62 knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Tartan 41 Passagemaker weigh?
The Tartan 41 Passagemaker has a displacement of 24,300.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 41.33 ft.
Who designed the Tartan 41 Passagemaker?
The Tartan 41 Passagemaker was designed by Sparkman & Stephens, first built in 1979.