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Tartan 412
Designer: Tim Jackett / Sparkman & Stephens  ·  Builder: Tartan Marine  ·  First built: 1989
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About the Tartan 412

With limited specifications available for research, the Tartan 412 represents part of Tartan's respected lineage of performance cruising sailboats that emerged during the brand's later production years. This 41-foot yacht likely embodies the design philosophy that made Tartan famous throughout the sailing community: balancing serious offshore capability with comfortable cruising amenities. Tartan Marine's reputation was built on creating boats that could handle demanding conditions while maintaining civilized accommodations below deck. The 412 would have been positioned as a mid-sized cruiser suitable for coastal exploration and extended offshore passages, appealing to sailors seeking both performance and comfort. Given Tartan's design heritage, the 412 likely features the quality construction and thoughtful layout details that characterized the brand's offerings. These boats typically incorporated robust hull construction, well-planned deck layouts, and interior appointments that prioritized both functionality and livability during extended cruising. For potential buyers researching this model, the limited available specifications suggest focusing on individual boat condition and maintenance history rather than relying solely on published data. The Tartan name generally commands respect among experienced sailors, making properly maintained examples worthy of serious consideration for cruising-oriented sailors.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 40.63 ft / 12.38 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 31.42 ft / 9.58 m
Beam 12.67 ft / 3.86 m
Max Draft 7.50 ft / 2.29 m
Displacement 18,500.00 lb / 8,391 kg
Ballast 8,000.00 lb / 3,629 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 756.00 ft² / 70.23 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Sheel Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Tim Jackett / Sparkman & Stephens
Builder Tartan Marine
First Built 1989
Last Built 1990
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
17.36
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
28.43
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
1.92
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 7.51
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
2.06
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 1.0
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 53.0
J (Foretriangle Base) 16.0
P (Mainsail Luff) 47.5
E (Mainsail Foot) 14.0
SA Fore 424.0
SA Main 332.5
How It Compares

vs. Banner 41, Catalina 400, Hunter 405 Legend

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Dimensions
LOA
Tartan 412 ★
40.6 ft
Banner 41
40.5 ft
Catalina 400
40.5 ft
Hunter 405 Legend
40.5 ft
LWL
Tartan 412 ★
31.4 ft
Banner 41
32.8 ft
Catalina 400
34.8 ft
Hunter 405 Legend
34.8 ft
Beam
Tartan 412 ★
12.7 ft
Banner 41
10.7 ft
Catalina 400
13.5 ft
Hunter 405 Legend
13.7 ft
Displacement
Tartan 412 ★
18 lbs
Banner 41
12 lbs
Catalina 400
18 lbs
Hunter 405 Legend
19 lbs
Ballast
Tartan 412 ★
8 lbs
Banner 41
5 lbs
Catalina 400
7 lbs
Hunter 405 Legend
7 lbs
Sail Area
Tartan 412 ★
756 sq ft
Banner 41
766 sq ft
Catalina 400
808 sq ft
Hunter 405 Legend
780 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Tartan 412 ★
17.4
Banner 41
23.3
Catalina 400
18.9
Hunter 405 Legend
17.5
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Tartan 412 ★
Banner 41
42.7 %
Catalina 400
40.0 %
Hunter 405 Legend
40.0 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Tartan 412 ★
28.4
Banner 41
22.7
Catalina 400
23.8
Hunter 405 Legend
24.5
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Tartan 412 ★
1.92
Banner 41
1.87
Catalina 400
2.06
Hunter 405 Legend
2.05
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Tartan 412 ★
Banner 41
153
Catalina 400
190
Hunter 405 Legend
200
Hull Speed
Tartan 412 ★
7.5 kts
Banner 41
7.7 kts
Catalina 400
7.9 kts
Hunter 405 Legend
7.9 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Tartan 412 ★
2.1
Banner 41
4.2
Catalina 400
3.1
Hunter 405 Legend
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