1990 Catalina 34
LOA
10.36m (34.0ft)
Beam
3.45m (11.3ft)
Displacement
5,670kg (12,500lbs)
Year
1990–2004
Manufacturer
Catalina
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.36 m | 34.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 9.02 m | 29.6 ft |
| Beam | 3.45 m | 11.3 ft |
| Draft | 1.65 m | 5.4 ft |
| Mast Height | 14.80 m | 48.6 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,670 kg | 12,500 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,268 kg | 5,000 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 49.8 m² | 536 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 95 L | 25.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 152 L | 40.2 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Frank Butler | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.91
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
40.0%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.78 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
18.9
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 1990 Catalina 34
The Catalina 34 is one of the most successful production cruisers ever built. Offering outstanding value, a huge interior, and reliable sailing characteristics for coastal cruising.