The Carter 3/4 Ton is a defining artifact of the International Offshore Rule (IOR) era, designed by the American pioneer Dick Carter during the mid-1970s. Carter, who revolutionized naval architecture with his 1965 Fastnet winner Rabbit, conceptualized the 3/4 Tonner as a highly competitive racing machine that could successfully transition into a production cruiser-racer. The model is most commonly encountered in two primary forms: the Greek-built Carter 33, produced by Olympic Yachts, and the more racing-oriented Carter "Concubine," manufactured by Northshore Yacht Yards in the United Kingdom. While many examples served as the "pylon of the early years of yacht charter," as noted by Atalanta Marine, the design was fundamentally rooted in the 3/4 Ton Cup competition, where it sought to balance the era's complex rating rules with a surprisingly voluminous hull.
Carter 3/4 Ton Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Carter
- Model
- 3/4 Ton
- Builder
- Scheel Marine
- Designer
- Dick Carter
- Number Built
- 11
- Production Year(s)
- 1975 - ??
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $22,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sadler 32 | 31.5' | $23,152 | 36 | 19 |
| Dufour 35 | 35.25' | $29,443 | 23 | 11 |
| C&C 34 | 33.5' | $20,995 | 17 | 1 |
| Tartan 34 C | 34.42' | $20,000 | 17 | 3 |
| Carter 30 | 29.75' | $17,575 | 13 | 5 |
| Northshore 38 | 37.99' | $56,939 | 11 | 4 |
| Carter 33 | 32.58' | $32,976 | 9 | 5 |
| Sparkman & Stephens S&S 34 | 33.42' | $35,150 | 9 | 2 |
| CS 33 | 32.67' | $29,950 | 8 | 4 |
| Ranger 33 | 33.17' | $8,950 | 5 | 1 |
| Carter 3/4 Ton | $22,000 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $22,000 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Carter 3/4 Ton cost?
- The median asking price for a used Carter 3/4 Ton over the past 12 months is $22,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Carter 3/4 Ton sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Carter 3/4 Ton listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Carter 3/4 Ton prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Carter 3/4 Ton has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Carter 3/4 Ton?
- Comparable models include the Sadler 32, Dufour 35, C&C 34. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.