The Targa 96 is a robust, Finnish-built cruiser that emerged in the late 1970s as a testament to Scandinavian maritime engineering. Designed by the renowned naval architect Hans Groop—famed for creating the H-Boat—the Targa 96 was intended to offer the security and layout of a much larger vessel within a manageable 31-foot (9.6-meter) frame. Produced primarily by Targa Yachts in Finland, it stands as a classic example of the "center-cockpit" philosophy applied to a compact hull, a design choice that prioritizes private cabin space and a protected helm station. While the builder’s name is now synonymous with the high-speed "Sea Jeep" motorboats of Botnia Marin, this sailing predecessor remains a respected fixture in the Baltic and North Sea cruising communities for its build quality and predictable sea manners.
Used Targa 96 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Targa
- Model
- 96
- Builder
- Targa Yachts
- Designer
- Hans Groop
- Number Built
- 115
- Production Year(s)
- 1975 - ??
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