CATALINA 426

The Catalina 426 is the latest addition to Catalina’s renowned fleet, designed for sailors seeking a blend of performance, comfort, and versatility. This 42-foot cruiser boasts sleek, modern lines and a spacious interior layout, ideal for extended voyages or weekend getaways. Equipped with advanced sail-handling systems, a robust build, and an optimized keel design, the 426 delivers outstanding stability and ease of handling. Its thoughtfully crafted cabin features luxurious finishes, ample natural light, and innovative storage solutions, making it a perfect balance of functionality and style.

A few design features that distinguish the new 6 Series models include:

To learn about all the new features and options, contact your local Catalina dealer.

  • New Selden mast and rigging featuring “LMP” sections for weight savings aloft, swept spreader design provides closer sheeting angles and easier passage of side decks. SMF and Selbus push button ready.
  • New custom Catalina / Mars shoal draft lead keels with “Cruising Bulb” low drag form.
  • New mainsheet system allows trimming from both port and starboard sides of cabin top.
  • Multiaxial fiberglass for a stronger laminate and stiffer structure, including use of carbon fiber in select locations and assemblies.
  • Larger Group 31 starting battery for added capacity and capability.
  • New Sensar Marine Boat Monitor system as standard equipment.
  • New diesel heating system options for extending the sailing season.
  • Butler Explorer Pedestal by Edson for enhanced ergonomics.
  • Wide, clear weather deck design with single shroud point for convenient foredeck access.

SPECS

GENERAL DIMENSIONS

Length Overall: 43′ 6″

Length of Hull: 41′ 8″

Length at Waterline: 39’ 1″

Beam: 13′ 8″

Distance from Waterline to Masthead*: 63′

(not inclluding lights and antennas)


SHOAL BULB KEEL

Draft: 5′ 0″

Ballast: 7,700 lbs

Displacement Half Load: 25,500 lbs


FIN KEEL

Draft: 6′ 8″

Ballast: 6,700 lbs

Displacement Half Load: 24,500 lbs


RIG MEASUREMENTS

I= 53′ 6″

J= 15′ 6″

P= 50′ 4″

E= 17′ 4″

100% Foretriangle: 420 ft 2

Main by Measurement: 438 ft 2

Total w/100%: 858 ft 2


TANKS & CAPACITIES

Water: Forward 50 gal, Starboard 56 gal

Water Heater: 11 gal

Total Water: 117 gal

Sanitary Holding Tank: Fwd. 31 gal, Aft. 23 gal

Total Holding: 54 gal

Fuel: Primary Tank 62 gal, Optional Auxiliary Tank 16 gal


ENGINE & CONTROLS

Yanmar 4JH57CR, 57 mhp @3000RPM

Common Rail, Electronic Diesel


PROPELLER

3 Blade Michigan MP3 18×14

1 1/4″ S.S. Shaft


STEERING

Twin Edson Performance Pedestals with 32″ Stainless Wheels.


WINDLASS & CHAIN

Quick Rider 1000 with 5/16″ Chainwheel

WINCHES

Primary – 55ST EVO Lewmar

Cabin Top / Secondary – 45ST EVO Lewmar

All specifications are approximate and subject to change without notice.

Actual equipment also subject to change without notice.

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

CONSTRUCTION

  • One-Piece Fiberglass Hull with End Grain Balsa Core Sandwich Construction Above the Waterline, and a Vinylester Integral Barrier to
    Resist Osmosis Blistering
  • One-Piece Fiberglass Deck with Molded-In Diamond Pattern on-Skid Surfaces
  • One-Piece Fiberglass Deck Liner Finished in on Glare Texture
  • One-Piece Molded Fiberglass Structural Grid
  • One-Piece Molded Fiberglass Hull Liner with Satin Finish
  • Lead Fin Keel with 316 Stainless Steel Attaching Bolts
  • Water-Tight Collision Bulkhead at Bow with “Strike Zone’ Below Waterline
  • Five Year Hull Structure Warranty * ( 3 )
  • Five Year Gel Coat Blister Protection * ( 2 )

SPARS & RIGGING

  • Furling Mainsail with Vertical Battens
  • Self Tacking Jib, with U.V, Protection, White
  • Complete Standing and Running Rigging, 316 SS
  • Internal Pre-Stretched Dacron Halyards
  • Wiring Conduit with Messenger in Mast
  • Selden In-Mast Mainsail Furling System
  • Selden Anodized Double Spreader Mast and Boom

SAIL HANDLING & EQUIPMENT

  • ( 2 ) Two-Speed Self Tailing Primary Winches
  • ( 2 ) Two-Speed Self Tailing Jib Halyard Winches ST Port/Starboard
  • Mainsheet System
  • Genoa Tracks Inboard with Ball Bearing Low Lead Blocks
  • All Halyards led to Cockpit and Line Clutches
  • Headsail Furling System, Selden
  • Selden Boom Vang, Rigid Adjustable Type
  • Second Jib Halyard Led Aft with Line Clutch

PROPULSION, STEERING & CONTROLS

  • Single Lever Engine Controls Mounted on Starboard Side
  • Yanmar Diesel Engine, 57HP, Heat Exchanger
  • Cooled with Common Rail Electronic Fuel System
  • Bronze Propeller, Three Blade
  • Sea Water Filter for Engine Cooling
  • Centrally Mounted Electronic Engine Instruments
  • Emergency Tiller Access and Emergency Tiller
  • Dual Station Pedestal Steering with wheel brake
  • Twin 32 ” Destroyer Wheels
  • Bilge Blower and Ventilation System
  • Illuminated Compass in Cockpit Table

DECK HARDWARE

  • Fiberglass Cockpit Table with ( 2 ) Leaves, Foot- brace, Center insulated Compartment, and Handrails
  • Walk Through Stern with Transom Boarding Platform
  • Stern Boarding Ladder, Telescopic Type, SS
  • 27 ” Double Lifelines with Gates Port and Starboard
  • Mooring Cleats, Two Fore and Aft
  • Midship Spring Line Cleats
  • Gel Coat Bootstripe, Grey
  • Custom Sheer Stripes
  • Large Double Anchor Rollers on Foredeck with Mounting Point for Code “ 0 ” or Asymmetrical Spinnaker
  • Electric Anchor Windlass with Power Up and Down Handheld remote control
  • Large Divided Anchor Locker for Below Deck Chain and Rode Storage
  • Stainless Steel Handrails on Cabin Top
  • Stern Rails with Observation Seats, Cup Holders, Outboard Bracket and flag staff mount
  • LPG Storage Locker for ( 2 ) 10 lb. alum. Tanks
  • Hot & Cold Shower Mounted In Transom Boarding Area

INTERIOR

  • Multi coat Varnish Finish On Interior Teak and maple
  • Veneer Bulkheads with Solid Teak Trim
  • Cabin Window Shades
  • Navigation Station with Chart Table and 120V outlet & USB port
  • Owner’s Stateroom with Centerline Queen Berth. Cedar-lined Hanging Locker, Drawers, and Private Head with vessel sink
  • Teak and Holly High Pressure Laminate Sole
  • Inner Spring Mattresses on Fore and Aft Berths with Custom Fitted Sheets
  • LED Interior Lighting
  • Main Saloon Features Large Dinette, Gloss Finished Dining Table to Port, Seating Starboard with central navigation table
  • Guest Stateroom Aft on Starboard, Features Large Double Berth, Hanging Locker, and ample storage
  • Third Cabin Aft to Port, Convertible to Double Berth, Upper/Lower Berths, or Storage Locker
  • Dedicated Cabinet for easy access to Engine Filters located in Aft Port Cabin
  • Offshore Interior Door Handle Hardware

GALLEY

  • Front Loading Refrigeration, D.C. Powered with Freezer Compartment
  • Top Loading Insulated Compartment, Available as a Second Refrigerator or Freezer
  • Polished Double Stainless Steel Sinks
  • Large Storage Cabinets over Galley
  • Large Storage Lockers with Drawers and Bins
  • Gimbaled (3) Burner L.P.G. Stove w/Oven Multi-Drawer Bank with Utensil Storage Drawers
  • Multi-Drawer Bank with Utensil Storage Rack
  • Microwave Oven, AC Powered
  • Single Lever Faucet with Pull-Out Sprayer
  • Corian Countertops with backsplash

PLUMBING SYSTEM

  • Pressure Water Distribution System with Filter at Pump and Tank Selection Valves for ( 3 ) Tanks
  • 11 Gallon Hot Water Heater with Engine Heat Exchanger and 110V Electric Heating Element
  • ( 2 ) Electric Macerating Heads with Holding Tanks and Deck and Thru-Hull Outlets
  • Electric Bilge Pump with Float Switch
  • Manual Bilge Pump and Bilge High Water Alarm
  • Head Compartment Forward with Vanity Counter, Medicine Chest and Shower Compartment Stall
  • Head Aft with Vanity, Sink, Medicine Chest, and Shower
  • High Water Alarm
  • Sensar Bilge Monitoring System

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  • Three Heavy Duty 8-D 12 Volt Marine Deep Cycle Batteries
  • 60 Amp Battery Charger, Multi-Bank Automatic
  • L.E.D. Running Lights, Fore and Aft
  • 110 Volt, 30 AMP Shore Power System with circuit breakers
  • ( 1 ) 110 Volt, 30 AMP, Shore Power Cord 50 ft.
  • Anchor Light at Masthead
  • 12 Volt LED Lighting Throughout
  • 120 Volt AC Electric Panel
  • 12 Volt DC Electric Panel
  • Circuit Breakers for AC and DC Electrical Panel and Windlass Control
  • Shore Power Galvanic Isolator
  • Ground Fault Circuit Protection with ELCI
  • A.C. Duplex Receptacles with USB throughout
  • 12V Scanstrut USB-C Outlet

SAILING INSTRUMENTS

  • Raymarine and/or Garmin 2-MFD with Transducer1 Mounted at Port and the other at Starboard Helm Stations – Speed, Depth & Wind

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