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Baltic 42
Designer: C&C Design Group  ·  Builder: Baltic Yachts  ·  First built: 1976
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About the Baltic 42

Built by Finland's renowned Baltic Yachts, this 42-footer represents the yard's commitment to high-performance sailing combined with refined craftsmanship. Baltic Yachts has long been recognized for producing vessels that blur the lines between racing machines and luxurious cruisers, and the Baltic 42 continues this tradition. With its sleek Nordic design aesthetics, this sailboat appeals to sailors who appreciate both speed and sophistication. The hull likely features Baltic's signature lightweight construction techniques, utilizing advanced composite materials that contribute to impressive sailing performance while maintaining structural integrity for serious offshore passages. The Baltic 42 suits experienced sailors seeking a versatile platform capable of competitive racing yet comfortable enough for extended cruising adventures. Its design philosophy emphasizes responsive handling and seaworthiness, making it equally at home in coastal waters or on longer offshore passages. Baltic's reputation for meticulous attention to detail and premium finish work means owners can expect exceptional build quality throughout. The boat's proportions suggest excellent sailing characteristics, with the potential for both spirited day sailing and comfortable longer voyages, embodying the Finnish yard's philosophy of creating boats that perform as beautifully as they look.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 42.43 ft / 12.93 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 34.12 ft / 10.40 m
Beam 12.50 ft / 3.81 m
Max Draft 7.10 ft / 2.16 m
Displacement 19,715.00 lb / 8,943 kg
Ballast 9,000.00 lb / 4,082 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 836.00 ft² / 77.67 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer C&C Design Group
Builder Baltic Yachts
First Built 1976
Last Built 1980
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
18.4
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
28.8
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
1.85
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 7.83
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
2.61
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 1.0
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 56.42
J (Foretriangle Base) 17.67
P (Mainsail Luff) 50.0
E (Mainsail Foot) 13.5
SA Fore 498.47
SA Main 337.5
How It Compares

vs. Hallberg Rassy 42 Enderlein, J/42, X 412

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Dimensions
LOA
Baltic 42 ★
42.4 ft
Hallberg Rassy 42 Enderlein
42.4 ft
J/42
42.5 ft
X 412
42.3 ft
LWL
Baltic 42 ★
34.1 ft
Hallberg Rassy 42 Enderlein
34.5 ft
J/42
36.0 ft
X 412
34.3 ft
Beam
Baltic 42 ★
12.5 ft
Hallberg Rassy 42 Enderlein
12.4 ft
J/42
13.5 ft
X 412
12.8 ft
Displacement
Baltic 42 ★
19 lbs
Hallberg Rassy 42 Enderlein
25 lbs
J/42
19 lbs
X 412
16 lbs
Ballast
Baltic 42 ★
9 lbs
Hallberg Rassy 42 Enderlein
9 lbs
J/42
8 lbs
X 412
7 lbs
Sail Area
Baltic 42 ★
836 sq ft
Hallberg Rassy 42 Enderlein
J/42
840 sq ft
X 412
831 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Baltic 42 ★
Hallberg Rassy 42 Enderlein
162 s/nm
J/42
78 s/nm
X 412
63 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Baltic 42 ★
18.4
Hallberg Rassy 42 Enderlein
J/42
17.0
X 412
20.8
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Baltic 42 ★
Hallberg Rassy 42 Enderlein
39.1 %
J/42
42.1 %
X 412
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Baltic 42 ★
28.8
Hallberg Rassy 42 Enderlein
J/42
34.1
X 412
22.9
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Baltic 42 ★
1.85
Hallberg Rassy 42 Enderlein
J/42
1.59
X 412
2.03
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Baltic 42 ★
Hallberg Rassy 42 Enderlein
276
J/42
163
X 412
Hull Speed
Baltic 42 ★
7.8 kts
Hallberg Rassy 42 Enderlein
J/42
9.8 kts
X 412
7.8 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Baltic 42 ★
2.6
Hallberg Rassy 42 Enderlein
J/42
X 412
3.4
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