The Catalina 42 was introduced in 1989 under the watch of Gerry Douglas, Catalina’s chief engineer since the 1970s.
The boat was development of an earlier racing hull designed by Nelson/Marek, with a new deck, coachroof, interior, and rig. The design followed in the footsteps of the designs for the 36 and 38-footers, which were very successful, then stretched this two feet to allow room for the swim platform. The Catalina 42 found more than 1,000 owners during her 22-year production run.
an alternative version, the Catalina 42 Mark II, was introduced in 1995. The Mark II featured a contemporary, rounded stern, modifications to the cockpit, extra cockpit stowage, a new rudder design, and the option of a two-stateroom layout.
Underwater Profile: Fin keel & spade rudder
Hull Material: GRP (Fibreglass)
Length Overall: 41'10" (2.8m)
Waterline Length: 36'0" (11.0m)
Beam: 13'10" (4.2m)
Draft: 6'8" (2.1m)*
Rig Type: Masthead sloop
Displacement: 20,500lb (9,299kg)
Designer: Gerry Douglas
Builder: Catalina Yachts (USA)
Year First Built: 1995
Number Built: 300
* A shallow draft wing keel version was also produced drawing 4'11" (1.5m).
1. Sail Area/Displacement Ratio: 17.1
2. Ballast/Displacement Ratio: 40.5
3. Displacement/Length Ratio: 196
4. Comfort Ratio: 25.4
5. Capsize Screening Formula: 2.0
Based on the provided design ratios, the Catalina 42 sailboat would theoretically have the following sailing characteristics:
It's important to note that these ratios are theoretical and based on certain assumptions. They provide a general idea of a boat's performance and comfort but may not fully reflect the actual sailing characteristics.
For example, the Ballast/Displacement Ratio doesn't consider the location of the ballast, which can significantly impact a boat's stiffness.
Similarly, Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio favors heavy displacement, narrow-beamed vessels with long overhangs. Therefore, modern light-displacement, beamy cruisers with plumb bows might not score well on this ratio, even though they may have good bluewater capability.
Actual performance can also be influenced by factors such as hull shape, rigging design, and the skill of the crew. It's always recommended to test sail a boat to get a true sense of its characteristics.
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