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HALLBERG-RASSY 42 (ENDERLEIN)

HALLBERG-RASSY 42 (ENDERLEIN)

Hallberg-RassyπŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺΒ· Design: Christoph Rassy / Olle Enderlein
1980–1991252 built
$3.3K – $8.8K est. annual maintenance
Bluewater CruisermonoMasthead KetchFin

Specifications

Hull

LOA42.42 ft
LWL34.45 ft
Beam12.4 ft
Draft6.73 ft
Displacement25,353 lb
Ballast10,361.7 lb
Material43’ 5”13.22 m
Hull speed1.34·√LWL7.9 kn

Rig & Sails

Iforetriangle height47.4 ft
Jforetriangle base16.4 ft
Pmainsail luff42.9 ft
Emainsail foot14.5 ft
FLforestay16.4 ft
Mainsail724.6 sq ft
Jib (100%)388.7 sq ft
Spinnaker660.8 sq ft
SA total1,092.54 sq ft

Accommodation

Berths3
Heads6
Water181 L
Fuel111 L
CE categoryN/A€

About the HALLBERG-RASSY 42 (ENDERLEIN)

Also available with sloop rig. Sloop mast above DWL: 17.74m / 58.2ft Total SA: 101.5 mΒ² (genoa, ketch) 95 mΒ² (genoa, sloop). 79 mΒ² (jib, ketch) 75.5 mΒ² (jib, sloop).

Sailpages Buyer's Take

Designed by Christoph Rassy and Olle Enderlein and built by Hallberg-Rassy from 1980–1991, the Hallberg-Rassy 42 is a robust cruising ketch with 252 hulls produced. Its substantial displacement of 25353.0 lb and high comfort ratio of 37.2 reflect a design prioritizing stability and seakeeping over speed.

Best for:
This boat is ideally suited for serious coastal and offshore cruisers who value heavy-weather capability and traditional sailing manners, particularly those seeking a stable platform for long-range passages.
Bluewater capability:
With a displacement of 25353.0 lb, a low capsize ratio of 1.69, and a proven fin keel design, this boat is highly capable offshore, supported by widespread owner reports of bluewater cruising and common installations of watermakers and wind generators.
Comparables:
Comparable vessels include the Hallberg-Rassy 38 and 36, which share similar design philosophies and build quality, as well as other heavy-displacement ketches from the era like the Tartan 42 and O'Day 42.

Performance

Comfort37.2
Capsize1.69
SA/Disp15.8
Disp/Len277
Bal/Disp39.1

Pricing

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Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 42.42ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

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Annual Maintenance
$3.3K – $8.8K
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Articles & Reviews

Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

14 reported issues across 7 systems for the HALLBERG-RASSY 42 (ENDERLEIN), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

4 critical6 major4 minor
Deck4Engine3Rudder2Structural2Hull1Keel1Electrical1

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