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Maine Cat 22
Designer: D. Newick/M. Raymond  ·  Builder: Maine Cat Catamarans (Usa)  ·  First built: 1994
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About the Maine Cat 22

Despite limited documentation, the Maine Cat 22 represents an intriguing chapter in American small catamaran design. This compact multihull appears to have been developed during the growth period of recreational catamarans, when builders were exploring alternatives to traditional monohull designs for coastal sailing enthusiasts. Built with the rugged Maine coastline in mind, this catamaran likely emphasized stability and shoal-draft capabilities that make it well-suited for exploring shallow bays, harbors, and protected coastal waters. The twin-hull configuration would have provided the characteristic catamaran advantages of reduced heeling, spacious deck layout relative to overall length, and the ability to beach or anchor in minimal depths. While comprehensive specifications remain elusive, the Maine Cat 22 fits into the category of trailerable coastal cruising catamarans that became popular among sailors seeking a stable platform for day sailing and weekend adventures. The Maine pedigree suggests solid construction suitable for the demanding conditions of New England waters. For prospective buyers researching this model, the limited available information makes individual hull surveys particularly important to assess construction quality, modifications, and overall condition of any specific vessel under consideration.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 22.00 ft / 6.71 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 21.67 ft / 6.61 m
Beam 13.00 ft / 3.96 m
Max Draft 2.83 ft / 0.86 m
Displacement 1,750.00 lb / 794 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Catamaran Twin Cbrd.
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer D. Newick/M. Raymond
Builder Maine Cat Catamarans (USA)
First Built 1994
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Performance Ratios
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
76.77
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
4.05
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
4.32
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. 6.24 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. 6.04 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 0.92 ft / 0.28 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 267.00 ft² / 24.81 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 76.77
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