NAUTICAT 42
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 42.65 ft |
| LWL | 33.96 ft |
| Beam | 13.12 ft |
| Draft | 6.4 ft |
| Displacement | 35,274 lb |
| Ballast | 10,141.3 lb |
| Material | 42’ 8”13 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.8 kn |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 2 |
| Berths | 5 |
| Heads | 6 |
| Water | 184.9 L |
| Fuel | 184.9 L |
| CE category | About446 000€(2017) |
Engine
| Commonly | Yanmar |
About the NAUTICAT 42
SA above = main + jib SAILS (are offered as an option) Main sail = 39.5 sqm Genoa I = 58 sqm Genoa II = 47.8 sqm Jib = 32.2 sqm Storm jib = 10.7 sqm Spinnaker = 131 sqm
Designed by Kaj Gustafsson and built by Nauticat Yachts OY (FIN) starting in 1995, the Nauticat 42 is a robust cruising sloop with a displacement of 35274.0 lb and a beam of 13.12 ft. While the exact total hulls built is unknown, the model is characterized by its heavy displacement and fin keel configuration.
- Best for:
- This boat suits serious coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize comfort and stability, as evidenced by the high frequency of davit installations (57 mentions) and watermaker additions (19 mentions) for extended passages.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a D/L ratio of 402.07 and a capsize ratio of 1.6, the Nauticat 42 is well-suited for offshore cruising, a capability reinforced by owner reports of solar panel (31 mentions) and wind generator (7 mentions) installations for self-sufficiency.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other heavy-displacement Scandinavian cruisers from the mid-1990s, such as the Hallberg-Rassy 42 or Hallberg-Rassy 382, due to similar build quality, displacement ratios, and focus on bluewater capability.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
9 listings · boat years 1996–2003 · median $232,200
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 42.65ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
8 reported issues across 7 systems for the NAUTICAT 42, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
Unlock the full inspection report
Thinking of buying a NAUTICAT 42? This is an in-depth report on the faults this model is known for — so you know exactly what to check when you walk the boat. For the price of a coffee.
- ✓ All 8 specific issues — severity, symptoms & fixes
- ✓ Model-specific pre-purchase inspection checklist
- ✓ Downloadable PDF to take to your surveyor — yours to keep
One-time $2.99 · secure checkout by Stripe · instant access · 30 days online, PDF yours to keep
Similar Sailboats
Which engine powers your NAUTICAT 42?
We haven't confirmed the engine for this model yet. If you own or know one, tell us — as owners report in, we build an accurate picture over time.
Brands sometimes mentioned for this model: Yanmar — is it one of these?
Already know your engine? Search all engines → to find its exact parts.
Used sails that fit the NAUTICAT 42
Checking eBay for sails sized to this boat's rig…