Catalina 34 MkII
LOA
10.36m (34.0ft)
Beam
3.40m (11.2ft)
Displacement
5,443kg (12,000lbs)
Year
1995–2004
Manufacturer
Catalina
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.36 m | 34.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 9.14 m | 30.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.40 m | 11.2 ft |
| Draft | 1.75 m | 5.7 ft |
| Mast Height | 14.50 m | 47.6 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,443 kg | 12,000 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,041 kg | 4,500 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 52.0 m² | 560 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 20.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 151 L | 39.9 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.08
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
37.5%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.77 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
18.1
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the Catalina 34 MkII
The MkII version of the legendary Catalina 34 improved upon the original with a larger cockpit and updated interior. One of the most popular cruising boats ever built in America.