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ASTRÉA 42

ASTRÉA 42

Fountaine Pajot🇫🇷· Design: Berret-Racoupeau
$11 avg$11 – $12 (3 listings)2018–2025
$1.8K – $4.9K est. annual maintenance
Catamaran / MultihullmultiFractional SloopTwin/Triple

Specifications

Hull

LOA41.27 ft
Beam23.62 ft
Draft4.1 ft
Displacement25,353 lb
Material41’ 4”12.58 m

Accommodation

Cabins3
Berths6
Heads3
Water184.9 L
Fuel124.2 L
CE categoryAbout369 000€(2020)

About the ASTRÉA 42

Available with optional 2x 40 hp engines. Available with Smart Electric© power.

Sailpages Buyer's Take

The Astréa 42 is a modern catamaran designed by Berret-Racoupeau and built by Fountaine Pajot from 2018–2025. As a contemporary model with an unknown total build count, it represents the builder's current approach to performance and comfort in the 40-foot class.

Best for:
This boat suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a balance of performance and livability, evidenced by the high frequency of Garmin electronics upgrades and solar panel installations for extended autonomy.
Bluewater capability:
With a displacement of 25353.0 lb and a conservative capsize ratio of 3.22, the Astréa 42 offers solid offshore stability, further supported by owner reports of watermaker and davit installations for long-range passages.
Comparables:
Comparable boats include other Fountaine Pajot models from the same era, such as the Elba 45 or Salpa 40, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and twin-hull configurations targeting the active cruising market.

Performance

Capsize3.22
SA/Disp13.0

Market Price

Low
$11
Average
$11
High
$12
Based on 3 listings across 1 marketplace

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 41.27ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

$/ft/mo
Annual Maintenance
$1.8K – $4.9K
Hull, rigging, sails, engine service
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Articles & Reviews

Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

1 reported issues across 1 systems for the ASTRÉA 42, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

1 minor
Electrical1

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