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Catalina 425
Designer: Frank Butler  ·  First built: 2007
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About the Catalina 425

Catalina's foray into the larger cruising sailboat market brought forth this spacious cruiser designed for comfortable extended voyaging. Built during Catalina's evolution toward more sophisticated offshore-capable vessels, this model represents the builder's commitment to combining their trademark value with enhanced seaworthiness for serious cruising sailors. The 425 showcases Catalina's mature approach to bluewater design, featuring the robust construction and thoughtful accommodations that made the brand popular among cruising couples and families. Her generous beam provides exceptional interior volume while maintaining respectable sailing characteristics, making her well-suited for coastal cruising and capable offshore passages. Notable for her practical deck layout and comfortable cockpit, the 425 emphasizes ease of handling without sacrificing performance. The interior typically offers multiple cabin configurations with emphasis on livability during extended voyages. Her moderate displacement and contemporary underbody design deliver a good balance of stability and speed under sail. This model appeals to cruisers seeking a production boat with solid build quality, reasonable maintenance requirements, and the extensive dealer network that Catalina provides. While not a performance cruiser, she offers dependable sailing characteristics and the space needed for comfortable long-distance cruising adventures.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 42.50 ft / 12.95 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 37.00 ft / 11.28 m
Beam 13.75 ft / 4.19 m
Max Draft 6.83 ft / 2.08 m
Displacement 21,000 lb / 9,525 kg
Ballast 8,400 lb / 3,810 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 870 ft² / 80.83 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Frank Butler
First Built 2007
Last Built 2015
Number Built 150
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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
18.25
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
40.0
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
185.08
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
25.4
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
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. 8.15 kn
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. 10.9 pounds/inch
How It Compares

vs. Hunter 42 Passage Cc, Sabre 425, Sun Odyssey 415 Jeanneau

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Dimensions
LOA
Catalina 425 ★
42.5 ft
Hunter 42 Passage Cc
42.5 ft
Sabre 425
42.4 ft
Sun Odyssey 415 Jeanneau
42.7 ft
LWL
Catalina 425 ★
37.0 ft
Hunter 42 Passage Cc
38.0 ft
Sabre 425
34.7 ft
Sun Odyssey 415 Jeanneau
36.4 ft
Beam
Catalina 425 ★
13.8 ft
Hunter 42 Passage Cc
14.0 ft
Sabre 425
12.8 ft
Sun Odyssey 415 Jeanneau
13.8 ft
Displacement
Catalina 425 ★
21 lbs
Hunter 42 Passage Cc
24 lbs
Sabre 425
19 lbs
Sun Odyssey 415 Jeanneau
20 lbs
Ballast
Catalina 425 ★
8 lbs
Hunter 42 Passage Cc
7 lbs
Sabre 425
8 lbs
Sun Odyssey 415 Jeanneau
7 lbs
Sail Area
Catalina 425 ★
870 sq ft
Hunter 42 Passage Cc
949 sq ft
Sabre 425
766 sq ft
Sun Odyssey 415 Jeanneau
871 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Catalina 425 ★
18.3
Hunter 42 Passage Cc
18.3
Sabre 425
17.2
Sun Odyssey 415 Jeanneau
18.3
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Catalina 425 ★
40.0 %
Hunter 42 Passage Cc
32.1 %
Sabre 425
42.7 %
Sun Odyssey 415 Jeanneau
35.8 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Catalina 425 ★
25.4
Hunter 42 Passage Cc
28.1
Sabre 425
26.8
Sun Odyssey 415 Jeanneau
25.5
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Catalina 425 ★
2.00
Hunter 42 Passage Cc
1.95
Sabre 425
1.92
Sun Odyssey 415 Jeanneau
2.00
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Catalina 425 ★
185
Hunter 42 Passage Cc
195
Sabre 425
205
Sun Odyssey 415 Jeanneau
193
Hull Speed
Catalina 425 ★
8.2 kts
Hunter 42 Passage Cc
8.3 kts
Sabre 425
7.9 kts
Sun Odyssey 415 Jeanneau
8.1 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Catalina 425 ★
Hunter 42 Passage Cc
2.6
Sabre 425
2.7
Sun Odyssey 415 Jeanneau
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