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Tartan Pride 270
Designer: Britton Chance  ·  Builder: Tartan Marine (Usa)  ·  First built: 1985
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About the Tartan Pride 270

Developed during Tartan Marine's later years, this 27-foot sailboat represents the company's continued commitment to quality construction and thoughtful design. The Pride 270 emerged as part of Tartan's efforts to offer accessible sailing without compromising the brand's reputation for solid craftsmanship. Built with Tartan's characteristic attention to detail, the Pride 270 features a moderate displacement hull that balances performance with stability, making it well-suited for coastal cruising and day sailing. The boat's size places it in the sweet spot for couples or small families seeking weekend adventures or extended coastal exploration. While complete specifications remain limited, the Pride 270 likely incorporates many of Tartan's signature design elements, including quality hardware and a well-appointed interior that maximizes the available space. The boat's proportions suggest comfortable accommodations for overnight cruising while maintaining the sailing characteristics that made Tartan a respected name in American boatbuilding. For sailors seeking a manageable cruiser with solid pedigree, the Pride 270 offers the Tartan heritage in a more accessible package, suitable for those transitioning to larger boats or experienced sailors wanting something more intimate for coastal adventures.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 26.83 ft / 8.18 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.42 ft / 7.14 m
Beam 8.50 ft / 2.59 m
Max Draft 4.92 ft / 1.50 m
Displacement 3,800.00 lb / 1,724 kg
Ballast 1,762.00 lb / 799 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Britton Chance
Builder Tartan Marine (USA)
First Built 1985
Number Built 18
Related Sailboats Catalina 27 · Ericson 27 · Pearson 27 · Niagara 26 · Aloha 271
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
132
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
46.37
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
132.06
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. 4.27 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 26.68
J (Foretriangle Base) 10.20 ft / 3.11 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 405.00 ft² / 37.63 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 15 gals / 57 L
How It Compares

vs. Aloha 271, Catalina 27, Ericson 27, Niagara 26, Pearson 27

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Dimensions
LOA
Tartan Pride 270 ★
26.8 ft
Aloha 271
26.8 ft
Catalina 27
26.9 ft
Ericson 27
26.8 ft
Niagara 26
26.7 ft
Pearson 27
26.9 ft
LWL
Tartan Pride 270 ★
23.4 ft
Aloha 271
22.5 ft
Catalina 27
23.0 ft
Ericson 27
20.5 ft
Niagara 26
23.0 ft
Pearson 27
22.5 ft
Beam
Tartan Pride 270 ★
8.5 ft
Aloha 271
9.4 ft
Catalina 27
9.2 ft
Ericson 27
9.0 ft
Niagara 26
8.3 ft
Pearson 27
9.2 ft
Displacement
Tartan Pride 270 ★
3 lbs
Aloha 271
5 lbs
Catalina 27
6 lbs
Ericson 27
6 lbs
Niagara 26
4 lbs
Pearson 27
5 lbs
Ballast
Tartan Pride 270 ★
1 lbs
Aloha 271
2 lbs
Catalina 27
2 lbs
Ericson 27
2 lbs
Niagara 26
1 lbs
Pearson 27
2 lbs
Sail Area
Tartan Pride 270 ★
Aloha 271
343 sq ft
Catalina 27
323 sq ft
Ericson 27
323 sq ft
Niagara 26
316 sq ft
Pearson 27
332 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Tartan Pride 270 ★
132 s/nm
Aloha 271
Catalina 27
207 s/nm
Ericson 27
207 s/nm
Niagara 26
188 s/nm
Pearson 27
204 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Tartan Pride 270 ★
Aloha 271
18.3
Catalina 27
14.3
Ericson 27
14.7
Niagara 26
20.1
Pearson 27
16.5
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Tartan Pride 270 ★
46.4 %
Aloha 271
38.5 %
Catalina 27
39.4 %
Ericson 27
43.9 %
Niagara 26
Pearson 27
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Tartan Pride 270 ★
Aloha 271
17.0
Catalina 27
Ericson 27
24.4
Niagara 26
15.2
Pearson 27
19.7
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Tartan Pride 270 ★
Aloha 271
2.18
Catalina 27
Ericson 27
1.92
Niagara 26
2.10
Pearson 27
2.04
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Tartan Pride 270 ★
132
Aloha 271
203
Catalina 27
251
Ericson 27
342
Niagara 26
Pearson 27
Hull Speed
Tartan Pride 270 ★
Aloha 271
6.4 kts
Catalina 27
Ericson 27
6.1 kts
Niagara 26
6.4 kts
Pearson 27
6.4 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Tartan Pride 270 ★
Aloha 271
2.8
Catalina 27
Ericson 27
1.3
Niagara 26
3.9
Pearson 27
2.4
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