The Valiant 18, a quintessential British "pocket cruiser" designed by the prolific Robert Tucker in the late 1960s, represents an era of yachting where accessibility and seaworthiness were prioritized over sheer speed. Built primarily in glass-reinforced plastic (GRP), the Valiant 18 was intended for coastal exploration, estuary sailing, and weekend adventures for young families. Unlike the high-performance blue-water cruisers produced by the American manufacturer of the same name, this Robert Tucker design focuses on stability and the ability to navigate shallow waters, often featuring a twin-keel configuration that allows the vessel to dry out upright on a tide. While specific manufacturer brochures from the original builders are now scarce, the design legacy is maintained by the Tucker Designs archive, which continues to provide technical context for his diverse range of small, sturdy sailboats.
Valiant 18 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Valiant
- Model
- 18
- Builder
- Fi-Craft / Cox Marine Ltd.
- Designer
- Tom Cox
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1972 - 1979
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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 | $2,355 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Dory 25 | 24.83' | $9,600 | 30 | 10 |
| Moody 27 | 27.67' | $16,223 | 13 | 3 |
| Norfolk Gypsy | 23.83' | $21,631 | 9 | 3 |
| Dufour 1800/25 | 25.1' | $10,482 | 7 | 3 |
| Dufour 24 | 24.1' | $9,539 | 7 | 3 |
| Friendship 22 | 22' | $9,422 | 7 | 4 |
| Com-Pac 16 | 16' | $4,950 | 7 | 1 |
| West Wight Wight Potter 15 | 15' | $4,000 | 7 | 3 |
| Precision 18 | 17.42' | $6,250 | 6 | 4 |
| Valiant 50 | 50.67' | $355,000 | 4 | 1 |
| Valiant 18 | $2,355 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $2,355 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Valiant 18 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Valiant 18 over the past 12 months is $2,355. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Valiant 18 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Valiant 18 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Valiant 18?
- Comparable models include the Cape Dory 25, Moody 27, Norfolk Gypsy. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.