Catalina 390
LOA
11.89m (39.0ft)
Beam
3.76m (12.3ft)
Displacement
8,256kg (18,201lbs)
Year
1997–2003
Manufacturer
Catalina
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 11.89 m | 39.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 10.21 m | 33.5 ft |
| Beam | 3.76 m | 12.3 ft |
| Draft | 1.98 m | 6.5 ft |
| Mast Height | 16.00 m | 52.5 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,256 kg | 18,201 lbs |
| Ballast | 3,266 kg | 7,200 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 65.5 m² | 705 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 35 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 114 L | 30.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 265 L | 70.0 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
16.29
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
39.6%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.75 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 Catalina 390
The Catalina 390 stretched the 387 platform to nearly 40 feet with a lengthened stern section. A comfortable center-cockpit cruiser ideal for extended passages and liveaboard use.