HERRESHOFF 45 CAT KETCH
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 45 ft |
| LWL | 40 ft |
| Beam | 13.42 ft |
| Draft | 5 ft |
| Displacement | 18,500 lb |
| Ballast | 7,999.4 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.5 kn |
About the HERRESHOFF 45 CAT KETCH
The Herreshoff 45 Cat Ketch is a distinctive vessel designed by Halsey Herreshoff and built by Cat Ketch Corp. (USA) in 1985. With a production run limited to a single year and an unknown total build count, this boat represents a specific iteration of the classic Cat Ketch design.
- Best for:
- This boat suits experienced sailors who value the unique handling characteristics of an unstayed cat ketch rig and prefer a heavy-displacement cruising platform. It is ideal for those seeking a classic American design with substantial comfort ratios, rather than high-performance racing.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 18500.0 lb and a low capsize ratio of 2.03, the boat demonstrates strong offshore suitability and stability for bluewater cruising.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other Herreshoff Cat Ketch models (such as the 36 or 33) due to the shared designer and identical unstayed rig configuration. It also compares to other heavy-displacement fin-keel cruisers from the 1980s that prioritize stability and offshore comfort over speed.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 45ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the HERRESHOFF 45 CAT KETCHyet 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.
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