The Tartan 46, frequently referred to as the Tartan 4600, arrived as the flagship of the Ohio-based builder’s fleet in the late 1990s, embodying a sophisticated shift in American yacht construction. Designed by Tim Jackett, the 46 was engineered to provide a high-performance alternative to the more ponderous "heavy-displacement" cruisers of the era. It was one of the early adopters of vacuum-bagged, oven-cured epoxy resin systems, a hallmark of Tartan Yachts that yields a hull significantly stronger and lighter than traditional polyester laminates. This model targeted the experienced offshore sailor who demanded a vessel capable of 200-mile days while maintaining an interior finished to an "heirloom" standard.
Tartan 46 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Tartan
- Model
- 46
- Builder
- Tartan Yachts
- Designer
- Sparkman & Stephens
- Number Built
- 8
- Production Year(s)
- 1972 - 1974
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $49,900 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $35,910 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tartan 37 | 37.29' | $49,000 | 45 | 12 |
| Hylas 46 | 46.25' | $420,000 | 38 | 13 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 46 | 48.5' | $411,737 | 24 | 7 |
| Swan 46 | 47.08' | $160,000 | 19 | 8 |
| Tartan 40 | 40.25' | $89,900 | 14 | 0 |
| Tartan 33 | 33.67' | $27,000 | 14 | 2 |
| Tartan 4600 | 46.2' | $182,450 | 8 | 1 |
| Oyster Yachts 46 | 46' | $566,706 | 8 | 3 |
| Tartan 41 | 40.63' | $74,500 | 6 | 1 |
| Tartan 46 | $42,905 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $42,905 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Tartan 46 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Tartan 46 over the past 12 months is $42,905. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Tartan 46 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Tartan 46 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Tartan 46?
- Comparable models include the Tartan 37, Hylas 46, Hallberg-Rassy 46. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.