1978 Catalina 25
LOA
7.62m (25.0ft)
Beam
2.44m (8.0ft)
Displacement
1,905kg (4,200lbs)
Year
1978–1991
Manufacturer
Catalina
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 7.62 m | 25.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 6.40 m | 21.0 ft |
| Beam | 2.44 m | 8.0 ft |
| Draft | 1.37 m | 4.5 ft |
| Mast Height | 10.20 m | 33.5 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,905 kg | 4,200 lbs |
| Ballast | 748 kg | 1,649 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 26.1 m² | 281 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 38 L | 10.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 57 L | 15.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Frank Butler | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.26
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
39.3%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.79 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
19.5
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 1978 Catalina 25
The Catalina 25 combined trailerable convenience with genuine cruising comfort. A spacious and forgiving design that excels as a family coastal cruiser.