2011 J/111 vs Catalina 440 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2011 J/111 | Catalina 440 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | J/Boats | Catalina |
| Year | 2011 | 2010–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Alan Johnstone | Gerry Douglas |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.13 m (36.5 ft) | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) | 11.73 m (38.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) | 4.14 m (13.6 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 1.96 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,990 kg (11,001 lbs) | 10,886 kg (23,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 71.0 m² (764 ft²) | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 189 L (49.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 379 L (100.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2011 J/111 and Catalina 440 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2011 J/111 is a modern design by J/Boats from USA, while the Catalina 440 is a modern offering from Catalina from USA. The 2011 J/111 was penned by Alan Johnstone. The Catalina 440 was designed by Gerry Douglas.
In terms of size, the 2011 J/111 measures 11.13m (36.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.40m, compared to the Catalina 440 at 13.41m (44.0ft) with a 4.14m beam. The Catalina 440 is 2.28m longer than the 2011 J/111. The Catalina 440 displaces approximately 118% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2011 J/111 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 24.71 and 71.0 m² of sail area. The Catalina 440, with an SA/D of 16.96 and 82.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2011 J/111 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2011 J/111 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The Catalina 440 has a comfort ratio of 16.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 40.9% for the 2011 J/111 and 37.5% for the Catalina 440, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2011 J/111 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 76L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The Catalina 440 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 379L water and 189L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Catalina 440 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 2011 J/111 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 440 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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