CATALINA 400
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 40.5 ft |
| LWL | 34.83 ft |
| Beam | 13.5 ft |
| Draft | 6.75 ft |
| Displacement | 18,000 lb |
| Ballast | 7,200 lb |
| Material | 40’ 6”12.34 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.9 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 52.7 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 15.5 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 47 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 17 ft |
| FLforestay | 15.5 ft |
| Mainsail | 839.9 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 408.4 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 694.3 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 2 |
| Berths | 4 |
| Heads | 6 |
| Water | 86.9 L |
| Fuel | 44.1 L |
| CE category | N/A€ |
About the CATALINA 400
Wing keel draft: 5 ft / 1.52 m A 1997 brochure reports: Fin keel displacement: 19,700 lbs./ 8,935.77 kg Wing keel: -Draft: 5.5 ft/ 1.68 m -Displacement: 20,500 lbs / 9,298.64 kg -Ballast: 8,000 lbs / 3,678.24 kg
The Catalina 400 is a single-year production model designed by Frank Douglas and Gerry Douglas, with builder Catalina Yachts (US) constructing an unknown number of hulls in 1994. This vessel represents a specific iteration in the Catalina lineup, characterized by its 40.5 ft LOA and 18000.0 lb displacement, serving as a bridge between earlier designs and subsequent models.
- Best for:
- This boat is well-suited for coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable platform for extended weekend trips, given its 23.79 comfort ratio and spacious 13.5 ft beam. It appeals to owners who prioritize interior volume and ease of handling over high-performance racing metrics, as indicated by the prevalence of cruising-oriented upgrades like dodgers and biminis.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 18000.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.06, the Catalina 400 offers moderate offshore capability suitable for protected waters and short passages, though its fin keel and relatively light ballast ratio suggest caution in extreme conditions.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Catalina 42 and the Hunter 410, as they share similar beam dimensions and target the same market of comfortable, family-oriented coastal cruisers from the mid-1990s. The Beneteau 40 also serves as a benchmark for displacement and beam in this era, though the Catalina's design philosophy emphasizes interior space over the Beneteau's performance focus.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 3.8 | 5.1 | 6.1 | 6.8 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.8 |
| 60° | 4.0 | 5.4 | 6.4 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 75° | 4.2 | 5.6 | 6.6 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.3 | 8.4 |
| 90° | 4.0 | 5.5 | 6.7 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.2 | 8.5 | 8.8 |
| 110° | 4.1 | 5.7 | 6.9 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.3 | 8.6 | 9.1 | 9.4 |
| 120° | 4.0 | 5.5 | 6.7 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.3 | 8.6 | 9.3 | 9.9 |
| 135° | 3.5 | 4.9 | 6.1 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.4 | 9.1 | 9.9 |
| 150° | 2.9 | 4.2 | 5.3 | 6.2 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.5 | 9.1 |
| Beat VMG | 2.4 | 3.3 | 4.0 | 4.6 | 5.0 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| Run VMG | 2.5 | 3.6 | 4.6 | 5.4 | 6.1 | 6.6 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 8.1 |
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Estimated Value
Medium ConfidenceAsking price by model year
32 listings · boat years 1995–2005 · median $115,000
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 40.5ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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