SPENCER 42
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 42.25 ft |
| LWL | 30 ft |
| Beam | 11.33 ft |
| Draft | 6 ft |
| Displacement | 19,000 lb |
| Ballast | 8,000.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.3 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 46.5 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 16.25 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 39.75 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 18.5 ft |
| FLforestay | 16.3 ft |
| Mainsail | 774.9 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 377.8 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 642.3 sq ft |
| SA total | 778 sq ft |
About the SPENCER 42
Hull #1 for this boat is listed as having been completed in 1965. It appears that, from the beginning, it was called the SPENCER 42-2. If there was in fact an earlier version, how it may have differed from the one shown here is unknown. A number have been completed as kits. The boats that were completed at the factory were usually customized to the original customers requirements. Listed dimensions are from a builder's brochure but can vary. A sloop rig was standard. Cutter rig optional. Also available as an optional ketch. Sail area: 778 sqft
Performance
Estimated Value
Limited DataEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 42.25ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the SPENCER 42, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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