Catalina Yachts 42 MK II
Masthead Sloop · Fin w/spade rudder · 1995–present
The Catalina 42 Mk II is part of a line of which more than 1000 boats (including the MkII) are thought to have been built, making it one of the most popular sailboats in its size range.
Is it for you?
Character
Where this design lands on the numbers a shopper trusts — read straight from her own ratios.
LivelyComfort 25Sea-kindly
CoastalCapsize 2.03Bluewater
LightD/L 196Heavy
EasygoingSA/D 17.1Powered-up
TenderBallast 40%Stiff
A balanced, easily-driven cruiser — comfortable and forgiving for coastal work.
On the water
The Catalina Yachts 42 MK II on video
The record
Full specifications
The complete reference set — tap any figure to switch between metric and imperial.
Dimensions
Weights
The family
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Nearby designs by size, type, and era — worth a look alongside her.