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O Catalina Yachts 42, como a frota o viu
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The Catalina Yachts 42 is a masthead sloop designed by Nelson/Marek and built by Catalina Yachts from 1989 to 1995, adapting an earlier racing hull with a new deck, coachroof, interior, and rig. Over 1000 Catalina 42s were built, including the MK II introduced in 1995 at hull #480.7:11 The boat measures 12.8 meters LOA, has a 4.2-meter beam, a 1.8-meter draft, and displaces 9298 kg.7:01 It is considered a standard for Caribbean cruising due to its manageable size, interior volume, and shallow-draft capabilities, typically featuring a 4-foot-10-inch shoal-draft wing keel.5:57 The original Mark I model was built in Southern California, while production later shifted to Largo, Florida.1:47 The Mark II, introduced in 1995, featured a redesigned cockpit, modernized stern, and a deeper, higher-aspect semi-elliptical rudder that improved steering over the shoal-draft Mark I. The Catalina 42 typically has 110 to 130 gallons of water capacity and a 50-plus horsepower Yanmar engine, available in two-cabin or three-cabin layouts prioritizing livability and ease of maintenance.3:23 Prospective buyers should inspect deck hardware, chain plates, rudder bearings, and original plumbing, as these are common age-related maintenance items.4:56 Aboard *Lady K Sailing*, the Catalina 42 is identified as a spacious, liveaboard-friendly option in the $100,000 used boat market.6:29
