1998 Catalina 42
LOA
12.80m (42.0ft)
Beam
3.96m (13.0ft)
Displacement
9,525kg (20,999lbs)
Year
1998–2004
Manufacturer
Catalina
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 12.80 m | 42.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 10.82 m | 35.5 ft |
| Beam | 3.96 m | 13.0 ft |
| Draft | 1.83 m | 6.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 17.00 m | 55.8 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,525 kg | 20,999 lbs |
| Ballast | 3,856 kg | 8,501 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 72.5 m² | 780 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 151 L | 39.9 gal |
| Water Capacity | 303 L | 80.0 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
16.39
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
40.5%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
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
18.0
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 1998 Catalina 42
The Catalina 42 Mk II is a spacious centre-cockpit cruiser with three cabins and walk-through interior. Outstanding value and livability make her one of the best-selling boats in her class.