Question 1

What are the specs of the VALIANT 42?

Accepted Answer

The VALIANT 42 has the following specifications: 42ft LOA, 12.75ft beam, 6ft draft, 24,600lb displacement, 9,500.5lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a VALIANT 42 cost?

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The VALIANT 42 has an average asking price of $239,450, with prices ranging from $209,900 to $269,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the VALIANT 42 and when was it made?

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Built by Valiant Yachts (USA), designed by Robert Perry, first built in 1992, with production ending in 2010.

Question 4

Is the VALIANT 42 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The VALIANT 42 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 34.87, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.76, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the VALIANT 42?

Accepted Answer

The VALIANT 42 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.12, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 267.44, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a VALIANT 42?

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Annual maintenance for a VALIANT 42 is estimated at $2.4K – $6.4K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a VALIANT 42 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the VALIANT 42 (42ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.4K – $6.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $2150-$3850/year (based on $239,450 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 42ft boat: Florida: $7,600-$20,200/year. California: $7,100-$17,600/year. Massachusetts: $5,300-$11,800/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,300-$14,700/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,000-$9,100/year. Texas: $3,000-$9,100/year. Washington: $6,000-$13,100/year. Michigan: $2,900-$6,500/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,500-$9,100/year. South Carolina: $6,600-$12,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $8K to $35K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a VALIANT 42?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the VALIANT 42 (42ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,600-$20,200/year. California: $7,100-$17,600/year. Massachusetts: $5,300-$11,800/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,300-$14,700/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,000-$9,100/year. Texas: $3,000-$9,100/year. Washington: $6,000-$13,100/year. Michigan: $2,900-$6,500/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,500-$9,100/year. South Carolina: $6,600-$12,600/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the VALIANT 42?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the VALIANT 42 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, rigging, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the VALIANT 42.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a VALIANT 42?

Accepted Answer

When buying a VALIANT 42, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, rigging. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the VALIANT 42 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the VALIANT 42?

Accepted Answer

The VALIANT 42 has the following rig dimensions: I=52.63ft (foretriangle height), J=17.58ft (foretriangle base), P=47.13ft (mainsail luff), E=14ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 818.9 sq ft. Jib area: 462.6 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the VALIANT 42 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The VALIANT 42 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 42ft LOA, comfort ratio 34.87, capsize ratio 1.76, SA/disp 16.12, average price $239,450. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	42 ft
LWL	34.5 ft
Beam	12.75 ft
Draft	6 ft
Shoal Draft	5.5 ft
Displacement	24,600 lb
Ballast	9,500.5 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.9 kn

Iforetriangle height	52.63 ft
Jforetriangle base	17.58 ft
Pmainsail luff	47.13 ft
Emainsail foot	14 ft
FLforestay	17.6 ft
Mainsail	818.9 sq ft
Jib (100%)	462.6 sq ft
Spinnaker	786.5 sq ft

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