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Privilege 42
Designer: Marc Lombard  ·  Builder: Jeantot Marine (France)  ·  First built: 1995
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About the Privilege 42

Built by the renowned French builder Privilege Marine, the Privilege 42 is a performance cruising catamaran designed with serious bluewater voyaging in mind. As part of a lineage of catamarans that earned a strong reputation among offshore sailors, the 42 carries the hallmarks that made Privilege a respected name in the cruising community — thoughtful deck layouts, comfortable living spaces, and a sailing character that balances stability with genuine performance under sail. Suited primarily to long-distance cruising and liveaboard passages, the Privilege 42 appeals to sailors who want a capable offshore platform without sacrificing comfort at anchor or in port. The design reflects French catamaran philosophy, emphasizing seakeeping ability and interior volume, making extended passages more manageable for couples or small crews. The boat's reputation among owners tends to highlight its solid build quality and capable sailing manners in a variety of conditions. For those researching a well-found cruising catamaran with a credible offshore pedigree, the Privilege 42 represents a worthwhile option in the mid-size cruising cat market and merits close consideration alongside comparable vessels from the same era.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 42.00 ft / 12.80 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 38.16 ft / 11.63 m
Beam 23.00 ft / 7.01 m
Max Draft 3.92 ft / 1.19 m
Displacement 16,500.00 lb / 7,484 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Catamaran Twin Keel
Rigging Type Frac. Sloop (Rotating Spar)
Construction FG
Designer Marc Lombard
Builder Jeantot Marine (France)
First Built 1995
Last Built 1999
Number Built 29
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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
132.56
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
9.88
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
3.62
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. 8.28 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. 18.81 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 26.96
P (Mainsail Luff) 1,088.00 ft² / 101.08 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Yanmar
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 54
Fuel Capacity 107 gals / 405 L
Water Capacity 132 gals / 500 L
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