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The Bavaria C42 is a 40-foot cruiser designed by Cossutti Yacht Design, featuring a narrow hull with a single rudder and a hard chine that extends toward the stern to maximize interior volume.2:26 The vessel carries a total sail area of approximately 100 square meters, utilizing a 53-square-meter mainsail and either a 105% genoa or a 37-square-meter self-tacking jib.1:16 While the self-tacking jib simplifies solo handling, it can cause the boat to round up in strong gusts due to mainsail dominance.16:59 Performance testing in 15 to 17 knots of wind yielded upwind speeds of 8.3 to 8.4 knots.17:37 The deck layout includes a large cockpit with folding stern benches and a wide swim platform, though the chain locker is accessible only through the sail locker.4:33 Below deck, the boat offers two or three-cabin layouts with rectangular berths and a spacious galley.11:53 The engine compartment provides significant access for maintenance.14:31 The boat is available with three keel options, including a 2.70-meter draft.2:07

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