What the fleet has seen
The Catalina Yachts 426, as the fleet has seen it
Derived from the videos the fleet has analysed of this model. ▶ marks open the moment aboard.
The Catalina Yachts 426 is a 13.3-meter fractional sloop, introduced in 2024 as part of Catalina's 6 Series, with a hull similar to the Catalina 425 but updated keels, laminate, and deck design. Designed by Gerry Douglas, it displaces 11113 kg and features a fin with spade rudder.1:12 The 426 maintains a 63-foot mast height for Intracoastal Waterway compatibility and has a 1.90 capsize screening formula score.7:43 It comes standard with a five-foot draft keel, and a shoal bulb keel option drafts 5.0 feet with 7,700 lbs of ballast.8:23 The deck includes twin Edson helms, a self-tacking jib system, and a stainless steel bow roller for various anchors.6:21 Its interior offers a three-cabin configuration, an island queen berth in the owner’s cabin, and a U-shaped galley.10:21 Catalina designed the 426 for maintenance access, with fuel and water filters in a dedicated cabinet and clear access to steering gear and through-hulls.9:32 The boat carries 117 gallons of water and 62 gallons of fuel.7:12 A shaft-driven Yanmar engine provides propulsion, with accessible service points.10:54 The mainsheet system allows trimming from both port and starboard, and a traveler is an available option.5:25 Multiaxial fiberglass, including carbon fiber in select locations, creates a stronger laminate and stiffer structure.7:50
