Question 1

What are the specs of the CATALINA 14.2K?

Accepted Answer

The CATALINA 14.2K has the following specifications: 15.16ft LOA, 6.16ft beam, 2ft draft, 570lb displacement, 200.6lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the CATALINA 14.2K and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Catalina Yachts (USA), designed by Carpentier/Butler, first built in 1991.

Question 3

Is the CATALINA 14.2K good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The CATALINA 14.2K is classified as a Dinghy. It has a comfort ratio of 5.4, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.97, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the CATALINA 14.2K?

Accepted Answer

The CATALINA 14.2K has a sail area to displacement ratio of 26.57, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 89.63, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a CATALINA 14.2K?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a CATALINA 14.2K is estimated at $300 – $800. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a CATALINA 14.2K per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the CATALINA 14.2K (15.16ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $300 – $800/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 15.16ft boat: Florida: $2,700-$7,300/year. California: $2,500-$6,400/year. Massachusetts: $1,900-$4,200/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $1,900-$5,300/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,800-$3,300/year. Texas: $1,100-$3,300/year. Washington: $2,200-$4,700/year. Michigan: $1,100-$2,300/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,600-$3,300/year. South Carolina: $2,400-$4,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $12K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a CATALINA 14.2K?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the CATALINA 14.2K (15.16ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $2,700-$7,300/year. California: $2,500-$6,400/year. Massachusetts: $1,900-$4,200/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $1,900-$5,300/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,800-$3,300/year. Texas: $1,100-$3,300/year. Washington: $2,200-$4,700/year. Michigan: $1,100-$2,300/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,600-$3,300/year. South Carolina: $2,400-$4,500/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 8

How does the CATALINA 14.2K compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The CATALINA 14.2K is classified as a Dinghy by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 15.16ft LOA, comfort ratio 5.4, capsize ratio 2.97, SA/disp 26.57. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	15.16 ft
LWL	14.16 ft
Beam	6.16 ft
Draft	2 ft
Displacement	570 lb
Ballast	200.6 lb
Material	14’ 2”4.32 m
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.0 kn

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