MENGER CAT 23
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 22.5 ft |
| LWL | 21.33 ft |
| Beam | 10 ft |
| Draft | 5.5 ft/ 2.5 ft min |
| Displacement | 6,500 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.2 kn |
About the MENGER CAT 23
It has been stated by various third party sources that the displacement of the early hulls was 5,500 lbs. By 1999, Menger Boat Works listed the displacement as 6,500 lbs. Later (2006) called the Thom Cat 23 and built by Thompson Boatworks.
The Menger Cat 23 is a distinctive gaff-rigged catamaran designed by Menger/Sweisguth and built by Menger Boatworks (USA) from 1990–2010. With a displacement of 6500.0 lb and a beam of 10.0 ft, this vessel offers a unique blend of traditional aesthetics and modern multihull stability, though specific hull production numbers remain unverified in available data.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruisers and weekend warriors who prioritize shallow-draft access and stable, comfortable motion over high-speed performance. Its design appeals to owners seeking a traditional gaff rig experience with the practical benefits of a catamaran layout.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.15 and a comfort ratio of 21.57, the boat exhibits strong inherent stability and motion comfort, suggesting it is capable of coastal and potentially short offshore passages, though its 5.5 ft max draft may limit beaching options in very shallow waters.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other small gaff-rigged catamarans or traditional sloops of similar length, such as the Folkboat or small Hobie Cat models, due to the shared emphasis on traditional rigging and coastal utility. However, the Menger Cat 23 stands apart with its specific 22.5 ft LOA and heavy displacement for its class.
Performance
Estimated Value
Limited DataEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 22.5ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the MENGER CAT 23yet 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.
Own a MENGER CAT 23? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist — and they're the reason the boats above it have one.
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