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Cal 92
Designer: Ron Holland  ·  Builder: Cal Boats  ·  First built: 1981
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About the Cal 92

Developed during Cal Yachts' innovative period in the 1960s, this larger cruising sailboat represents the builder's commitment to combining performance with livability. Cal Yachts established itself as a pioneer in fiberglass construction and contemporary design, and the Cal 92 continues that tradition with a focus on comfortable cruising capabilities. Built for sailors seeking spacious accommodations without sacrificing sailing performance, this model suits coastal cruising and extended voyaging. The design emphasizes interior volume and comfort, making it well-suited for families or couples planning longer passages or live-aboard arrangements. Cal's reputation for solid construction and seaworthy hulls carries forward in this model, though the limited available specifications suggest it may be a less common variant in the builder's lineup. Like other Cal designs from this era, the boat likely features clean lines and practical deck layouts that prioritize both safety and ease of handling. For sailors considering this model, the Cal 92 represents an opportunity to own a piece of California boatbuilding heritage while gaining access to a capable cruising platform designed during the golden age of American sailboat manufacturing.

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$2,000 – $2,000
typical asking price
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$2,000 – $2,000 1
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  • Prices are based on recent asking prices from public listings — not actual sale prices, which are typically lower.
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  • Location affects price. Boats in landlocked states or areas with fewer buyers often sell for less than those on the coast.
  • Year of manufacture is not filtered. Older examples of this model will generally be priced lower than newer ones.
  • Included equipment varies widely. A boat with a full suite of electronics, dodger, and new standing rigging may command a large premium.
  • Outliers are automatically excluded using statistical filtering to improve accuracy, but some bad data may remain.
Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 29.96 ft / 9.13 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.42 ft / 7.75 m
Beam 10.33 ft / 3.15 m
Max Draft 4.58 ft / 1.40 m
Displacement 7,000.00 lb / 3,175 kg
Ballast 2,730.00 lb / 1,238 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 388.00 ft² / 36.05 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Ron Holland
Builder Cal Boats
First Built 1981
Last Built 1984
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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
17.02
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
18.01
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
2.16
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. 6.76
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
2.83
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. 938.26
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 38.0
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.88
P (Mainsail Luff) 32.5
E (Mainsail Foot) 10.0
SA Fore 225.72
SA Main 162.5
How It Compares

vs. Cal 92 R, Tartan 3000, Wavelength 30

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Dimensions
LOA
Cal 92 ★
30.0 ft
Cal 92 R
30.0 ft
Tartan 3000
30.0 ft
Wavelength 30
30.0 ft
LWL
Cal 92 ★
25.4 ft
Cal 92 R
25.4 ft
Tartan 3000
25.3 ft
Wavelength 30
26.8 ft
Beam
Cal 92 ★
10.3 ft
Cal 92 R
10.3 ft
Tartan 3000
10.1 ft
Wavelength 30
10.0 ft
Displacement
Cal 92 ★
7 lbs
Cal 92 R
7 lbs
Tartan 3000
7 lbs
Wavelength 30
7 lbs
Ballast
Cal 92 ★
2 lbs
Cal 92 R
2 lbs
Tartan 3000
3 lbs
Wavelength 30
3 lbs
Sail Area
Cal 92 ★
388 sq ft
Cal 92 R
389 sq ft
Tartan 3000
441 sq ft
Wavelength 30
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Cal 92 ★
Cal 92 R
Tartan 3000
162 s/nm
Wavelength 30
120 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Cal 92 ★
17.0
Cal 92 R
17.1
Tartan 3000
17.8
Wavelength 30
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Cal 92 ★
Cal 92 R
39.0 %
Tartan 3000
Wavelength 30
44.3 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Cal 92 ★
18.0
Cal 92 R
18.0
Tartan 3000
21.2
Wavelength 30
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Cal 92 ★
2.16
Cal 92 R
2.16
Tartan 3000
2.02
Wavelength 30
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Cal 92 ★
Cal 92 R
190
Tartan 3000
Wavelength 30
163
Hull Speed
Cal 92 ★
6.8 kts
Cal 92 R
6.8 kts
Tartan 3000
6.7 kts
Wavelength 30
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Cal 92 ★
2.8
Cal 92 R
2.8
Tartan 3000
2.6
Wavelength 30
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