What the fleet has seen
The Bavaria Yachts C42, as the fleet has seen it
Derived from the videos the fleet has analysed of this model. ▶ marks open the moment aboard.
The Bavaria Yachts C42 is a 42-foot fractional sloop designed by Cossutti Yacht Design and built by Bavaria Yachts since 2020, featuring a fin keel with bulb and dual rudders. It is part of Bavaria's C-line, which prioritizes interior volume and performance, contrasting with the legacy Cruiser series.3:22 The C42 has an LOA of 12.4 meters, a beam of 4.3 meters, a draft of 2.1 meters, and a displacement of 9677 kg.watch Its narrow hull and hard chine maximize interior volume, and it carries approximately 100 square meters of sail area, with a 53-square-meter mainsail and either a 105% genoa or a 37-square-meter self-tacking jib.1:38 Performance testing in 15 to 17 knots of wind showed upwind speeds of 8.3 to 8.4 knots. The deck layout includes a large cockpit with folding stern benches and a wide swim platform.9:37 Below deck, the C42 offers two or three-cabin layouts with rectangular berths and a spacious galley, and the engine compartment provides significant access for maintenance.12:15 Practical Sailor notes the C42's single-rudder design aims to improve close-quarters maneuverability.0:48 The interior relies on laminate veneers with floor seams that can squeak, and the galley lacks fiddles for secure use at sea.6:53 The C42 was recognized as European Yacht of the Year.2:38
