CASCADE 42 HS
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 42.5 ft |
| LWL | 34 ft |
| Beam | 12 ft |
| Draft | 6 ft |
| Displacement | 19,000 lb |
| Ballast | 6,180.7 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.8 kn |
About the CASCADE 42 HS
Based on the original CASCADE 42 but with more beam, freeboard and updated interior.
The Cascade 42 HS is a robust cruising cutter designed by Robert A. Smith and built by Yacht Constructors Inc./Cascade Yachts (USA) in 1988. With a hull build count of ?, this vessel represents a specific era of American yacht construction, characterized by its 42.5 ft LOA and 19000.0 lb displacement.
- Best for:
- This boat is well-suited for coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize stability and comfort, as indicated by its high comfort ratio of 29.35 and moderate displacement.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.8 and a displacement of 19000.0 lb, the Cascade 42 HS demonstrates strong offshore suitability and stability for bluewater passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels from the late 1980s include the Tartan 42 and O'Day 42, which share similar beam dimensions (12.0 ft) and displacement ranges, offering alternative options for buyers seeking a 42-foot cruising platform.
Performance
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the CASCADE 42 HS yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 42.5ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the CASCADE 42 HSyet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
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