RS RS400 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Phil Morrison·1993·RS Sailing
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Hull Type
Monohull · centerboard
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
14.83' · 4.52 m
Disp.
187 lbs · 85 kg
First year
1993

The RS400, designed by Phil Morrison and launched in 1994, serves as the foundational "modern classic" that established RS Sailing as a dominant force in the performance dinghy market. Conceived as a highperformance doublehander that avoided the complexity and physical barrier of a trapeze, the RS400 was revolutionary for its time, introducing skifflike characteristics—such as a lightweight hull and an asymmetric spinnaker—to a wider audience of club sailors. Built with a hightech GRP foam sandwich construction, the boat was designed to be stiff and light, weighing in at approximately 80kg for the hull alone. This powertoweight ratio allows the boat to plane easily in moderate breeze, yet its relatively wide beam provides a level of stability that makes it more forgiving than a pure skiff. As a strict onedesign class, the RS400 has maintained its relevance for three decades, with a design that remains largely unchanged since its inception, ensuring that older hulls remain competitive with newer builds.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 8,105
Ask, not sold · 1 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
1 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
Global market

Recent Listings

1 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used RS RS400 cost?+
The median asking price for a used RS RS400 over the past 12 months is $8,105. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many RS RS400 sailboats are for sale?+
1 RS RS400 listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 1 has been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are RS RS400 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the RS RS400 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.