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Capri 25 Catalina
 ·  Builder: Catalina Yachts (Usa)  ·  First built: 1980
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About the Capri 25 Catalina

Built from 1980 to 1986 by Catalina Yachts, the Capri 25 represents an appealing blend of performance and practicality in a compact package. This masthead sloop combines a modern fin keel and spade rudder configuration with fiberglass construction, delivering responsive handling that makes it well-suited for both weekend coastal sailing and club racing. At just under 25 feet with a displacement of 2,950 pounds, the Capri 25 strikes a balance between portability and seaworthiness. The moderate ballast-to-displacement ratio of roughly 30 percent provides adequate stability while keeping the boat light enough for reasonable trailering. With 276 square feet of sail area, the boat offers spirited performance in moderate conditions, though the relatively high sail area-to-displacement ratio suggests it's designed more for inland waters and protected coastal areas than serious offshore work. The Capri line was Catalina's answer to the growing sport boat market of the early 1980s, emphasizing sailing performance over cruising amenities. The low comfort ratio of 11.48 confirms this focus, indicating minimal accommodations but maximum sailing enjoyment. For sailors seeking an affordable entry into performance sailing or a nimble day sailor, the Capri 25 delivers honest sailing characteristics in a manageable size.

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Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 24.58 ft / 7.49 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 19.16 ft / 5.84 m
Beam 9.16 ft / 2.79 m
Max Draft 4.20 ft / 1.28 m
Displacement 2,950.00 lb / 1,338 kg
Ballast 900.00 lb / 408 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 276.00 ft² / 25.64 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Builder Catalina Yachts (USA)
First Built 1980
Last Built 1986
Associations Catalina 25, 250, Capri 25 International Assoc.
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
 174
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
 21.52
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
 30.51
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
 187.24
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
 11.48
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
 2.56
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. 5.87 kn
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
 3.39
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. 627.10 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 21.6
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 30.75 ft / 9.37 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 9.83 ft / 3.00 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 26.50 ft / 8.08 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 9.50 ft / 2.90 m
SA Fore 151.14 ft² / 14.04 m²
SA Main 125.88 ft² / 11.69 m²
SA Total (100%) 277.02 ft² / 25.74 m²
Est. Forestay Length 32.28 ft / 9.84 m
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