Indicative figures only: AUD planning bands from this site's open cost model, not validated against current quotes. See the editorial policy. Always get itemised quotes.
Quick answer
For a 60-foot (about 18.3 m) yacht, the model's band for 1x19 stainless standing rigging is about $23,800 to $38,600. Rigs at this size are more often rod, compact strand or composite, with hydraulics and custom fittings, so the real range between boats is wide.
Standing rigging by material (60 ft)
| Material | Indicative band (AUD) |
|---|---|
| 1x19 stainless | $23,800 – $38,600 |
| Compact strand | $31,000 – $50,100 |
| Synthetic / Dyneema | $36,900 – $59,800 |
| Rod | $47,600 – $77,100 |
Common add-ons (60 ft)
| Add-on | Indicative band (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Unstep mast and crane | $2,200 – $4,900 |
| Yard / hardstand time | $1,500 – $3,900 |
| Furler strip and service | $1,300 – $3,900 |
| Chainplate inspection | $1,600 – $7,600 |
| Running rigging renewal | $3,800 – $9,000 |
| Tuning and sea trial | $700 – $1,700 |
Worked example: a typical 60-foot mast-out re-rig
Using the same model as the estimator, a common scope for a 60-foot monohull adds up like this:
| Scope | Indicative total (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Core: 1x19 standing rigging, mast unstep and crane, yard time, furler service, tuning | $29,500 – $52,900 |
| Full: core scope plus chainplate inspection and complete running rigging | $34,900 – $69,500 |
At 60 feet the spread between boats is wide. Rod or composite rigging, hydraulic systems and custom fittings can take a real project well beyond these figures, so treat this only as a floor for planning.
Questions to ask when you get quotes
- Are toggles, clevis pins and turnbuckles new or re-used?
- Is the forestay inside the furler being replaced, and is the foil being cut to suit?
- Who books and pays for the crane and hardstand?
- Are chainplates being removed and inspected, or only looked at from the deck?
- Is a follow-up re-tension after the first sail included?
See how to compare rigging quotes and how to budget for a re-rig.
Why large projects vary
- custom mast sections and fittings with long lead times
- hydraulic furlers, vangs and backstays
- composite rigging with maker-specific programmes
- crane and yard capacity limits in some ports
See sailing superyacht rigging for bigger projects.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to re-rig a 60-foot yacht?
On this site's indicative model, 1x19 stainless standing rigging for a 60-foot yacht is roughly $23,800 to $38,600 AUD, and rod or composite rigging can be far higher. At this size, specification differences between boats make itemised quotes essential.