CATALINA

42

mkII

T

he Catalina 42 has earned an international reputationas the leader in her class. By leading in design, cruising per- formance, and comfort, the Catalina 42 has become the choice of sailors worldwide. The latest Catalina 42markII is the logical result ofAmerica’s most experienced sailboat builder continuing to listen carefully to the needs and desires of experienced sailors.All sailors want speed under sail, easy motion and sure,predictable handling characteristics.For sure tracking, a long horizontal skeg runs aft betweenthe fin or wing keel and the rudder. The elliptical rudder is large and balanced, ensuring control in all conditions, whether under sail or power.The hull of the 42 mkII is high volume, and easily driven,with a fine entry, firm midship section, and smooth run aft terminating in a modified reverse transom. The step down boarding platform has a fold-down swim ladder and two lockers that also serve as seats.Impressive speed under power is realized by the depend-able four cylinder marine diesel engine. Complete access to all power plant maintenance areas is quick and convenient.The Catalina 42 mkII deck was designed with short-hand-ed sailing in mind. All the halyards, the ball bearing main- sheet and the single line main reefing controls are led to the cockpit and placed to be operated from under the available hard fiberglass dodger when necessary. The wide weather decks and inboard shroud base makepassage forward easy and secure. Mainsheet furling is available in both mast and boom configurations. Generous storage and tankage allow for extended cruis-ing possibilities. Two heads, each with their own holding tank, allow you to spend more time offshore. Cruising options include an additional fuel tank. and a diesel genera- tor and fiberglass dodger.In continuous production since 1988, the 42 has provedthe strength of her design and construction to sailors world- wide. Besides investing in one of the best buys in a new boat, the past history has shown the Catalina 42 has con- sistently held high resale value when it comes time for your next Catalina.There are four available interior plans for the Catalina 42mkII, each planned to boat suit your personal sailing lifestyle.Interior arrangements offer your choice of two or threestaterooms. When selecting a two or three stateroom model, our owners can then further specify either of two different owners’ compartment/head layouts. Both of these compartments are forward of the mast, and let you decideif your prefer a traditional double pullman berth, with headforward, or a centerline berth with pedestal double berth and head aft, with private entrance.All cabin arrangements feature varnished teak jointeryand ash side paneling on the hull. Excellent light and venti- lation are provided naturally from aluminum framed opening hatches and ports. Numerous recessed halogen lights offer an inviting ambiance.Recognized the world over as the number one produc-tion sailboat over 40 feet, the Catalina 42 is the boat dreams are charted on. We invite you to join hundreds of Catalina 42 owners that are making their dreams a reality. See your local dealer for a test sail and find out why.