BENETEAU 42 CC
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 43.42 ft |
| LWL | 36.33 ft |
| Beam | 12.83 ft |
| Draft | 5.92 ft |
| Displacement | 19,845 lb |
| Ballast | 5,556.6 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.1 kn |
About the BENETEAU 42 CC
Also known as OCEANIS 42 CC. Popular in the charter trade.
The Beneteau 42 CC is a performance-oriented cruising yacht designed by Groupe Finot and built by Beneteau (USA) between 2003 and 2007. With a displacement of 19845.0 lb and a cutter rig, it offers a balance of speed and comfort, though the exact total hulls built remains unspecified in available records.
- Best for:
- This boat suits active coastal cruisers and short-handed sailors who prioritize performance and modern amenities, as evidenced by the high prevalence of Raymarine electronics and Lewmar windlass upgrades.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.9 and a displacement of 19845.0 lb, the boat is capable of offshore passages, though its relatively light displacement and fin keel suggest it is best suited for protected waters and moderate offshore conditions rather than extreme heavy-weather voyaging.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau 423 and the O'Day 42, which share similar production eras and roles as performance cruisers, though the 42 CC distinguishes itself with its specific Finot hull form and cutter configuration.
Direct variant of the BENETEAU 42 CC
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
Estimated Value
Medium ConfidenceAsking price by model year
34 listings · boat years 1984–2007 · median $123,831
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 43.42ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
3 reported issues across 2 systems for the BENETEAU 42 CC, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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