Seller's Description
Experience the allure of the 1987 Catalina Sailboat - a harmonious fusion of classic design and contemporary comfort, tailored for the ultimate liveaboard lifestyle. Crafted to accommodate full-time living at sea or at the dock, this boat seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern conveniences.
Step inside to discover a thoughtfully arranged interior, boasting generous headroom and strategically placed ports that flood the cabin with natural light. The living spaces are ingeniously designed to offer both comfort and functionality, making it an ideal haven for extended stays on the water.
Sail with confidence and finesse, as the Catalina’s stellar sailing performance ensures steady journeys. Maneuver with ease using the user-friendly rigging, and relish the wind’s embrace as you explore new horizons.
The expansive deck features a spacious cockpit, perfect for lounging and entertaining. Enjoy the company of friends or bask in solitude while staying connected to the surrounding beauty. The galley has been customized for culinary adventures and maximum storage space, while the cozy sleeping quarters promise restful nights.
Meticulously maintained (maintenance log available), the 1987 Catalina is your gateway to a full-time liveaboard experience without sacrificing comfort or style. Immerse yourself in the romance of a life at sea, accompanied by the modern amenities you need. Don’t miss this chance to embrace a new way of living aboard the 1987 Catalina Sailboat. Dock is paid for until October 31st!
Equipment: Sails and Rigging: Mainsail Jib (roller furling) Halyards (main, jib) Sheets and Lines Lazyjacks Winches Traveler Navigation and Electronics: GPS Chartplotter Depth finder Knot meter Compass VHF Radio Radar Cockpit and Deck: Two Cockpit Cushions Bimini Top Dodger Cockpit Table Wheel Steering (w/ emergency tiller) Swim Ladder Anchor Locker Lifelines and Stanchions Fenders and Dock Lines Interior Comfort: Galley with two burner stove and custom shelving Brand new refrigerator (8/23) Sink with Hot/Cold Water Dinette/ Saloon seating V-Berth and aft quarter berth 32 inch TV Head (marine toilet) with shower Storage Cabinets and Lockers Reupholstered interior cushions (2022) Brand new kitchen and head faucets (2023) Brand new v-berth hatch (2023) Installed additional interior lighting (2022) Utilities: Twp Fresh Water Tanks with Pump Holding Black Tank (for waste) Two Shore Power Inlets Brand new Electrical Outlets (2023) Battery Charger/Inverter Safety Equipment: Life Jackets (10) Flares and Visual Distress Signals Fire Extinguishers Electric Bilge Pump (replaced 2023) Emergency Tiller & manuel bilge pump Additional Accessories: Cabin Fans Two large dockboxes
Specs
- Designer
- F. Butler
- Builder
- Catalina Yachts
- Associations
- ?
- # Built
- ?
- Hull
- Monohull
- Keel
- Fin
- Rudder
- Spade
- Construction
- FG
Dimensions
- Length Overall
- 29′ 11″ / 9.1 m
- Waterline Length
- 24′ 2″ / 7.4 m
- Beam
- 10′ 9″ / 3.3 m
- Draft
- 5′ 2″ / 1.6 m
- Displacement
- 4,980 lb / 2,261 kg
- Ballast
- 2,300 lb / 1,043 kg
Rig and Sails
- Type
- Sloop
- Reported Sail Area
- 459′² / 42.6 m²
- Total Sail Area
- 458′² / 42.6 m²
Mainsail
- Sail Area
- 216′² / 20.1 m²
- P
- 36′ 10″ / 11.2 m
- E
- 11′ 8″ / 3.6 m
- Air Draft
- 43′ 11″ / 13.4 m
Foresail
- Sail Area
- 242′² / 22.5 m²
- I
- 40′ 3″ / 12.3 m
- J
- 12′ 0″ / 3.7 m
- Forestay Length
- 42′ 1″ / 12.8 m
Auxilary Power
- Make
- ?
- Model
- ?
- HP
- ?
- Fuel Type
- ?
- Fuel Capacity
- ?
- Engine Hours
- ?
Accomodations
- Water Capacity
- ?
- Holding Tank Capacity
- ?
- Headroom
- ?
- Cabins
- 1
Calculations
- Hull Speed
-
8.4 kn
Classic: 6.59 kn
Hull Speed
The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.
Formula
Classic hull speed formula:
Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL
A more accurate formula devised by Dave Gerr in The Propeller Handbook replaces the Speed/Length ratio constant of 1.34 with a calculation based on the Displacement/Length ratio.
Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio.311
Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL
- Sail Area/Displacement
-
25.2
>20: high performance
Sail Area / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.
Formula
SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64)2/3
- SA: Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
- D: Displacement in pounds.
- Ballast/Displacement
-
46.1
>40: stiffer, more powerful
Ballast / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.
Formula
Ballast / Displacement * 100
- Displacement/Length
-
157.4
100-200: light
Displacement / Length Ratio
A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.
Formula
D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
- LWL: Waterline length in feet
- Comfort Ratio
-
12.0
<20: lightweight racing boat
Comfort Ratio
This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.
Formula
Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam1.33)
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
- LWL: Waterline length in feet
- LOA: Length overall in feet
- Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet
- Capsize Screening
-
2.6
>2.0: better suited for coastal cruising
Capsize Screening Formula
This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.
Formula
CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)
- Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
Notes
BMW diesel (9hp) offered as an option.
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