Catalina 323 vs 2016 Dehler 30 OD — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Catalina 323 | 2016 Dehler 30 OD |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | Dehler |
| Year | 2004–2009 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.84 m (29.0 ft) | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,763 kg (10,501 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,814 kg (3,999 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 35 L (9.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 151 L (39.9 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Catalina 323 and 2016 Dehler 30 OD represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Catalina 323 is a 2000s design by Catalina from USA, while the 2016 Dehler 30 OD is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The Catalina 323 was penned by Gerry Douglas. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Catalina 323 measures 9.75m (32.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.25m, compared to the 2016 Dehler 30 OD at 9.45m (31.0ft) with a 2.98m beam. The Catalina 323 is 0.30m longer than the 2016 Dehler 30 OD. The Catalina 323 displaces approximately 29% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Catalina 323 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.51 and 46.0 m² of sail area. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD, with an SA/D of 19.54 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Catalina 323 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 38.1% for the Catalina 323 and 36.5% for the 2016 Dehler 30 OD, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Catalina 323 provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 151L of water capacity and 76L of fuel. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L water and 35L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Catalina 323 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Catalina 323 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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