Catalina 426 | Premier Ocean Series Cruising Sailboat

Would you take the helm on a long-distance offshore passage or relax in the spacious cockpit with dual steering stations? Rate this boat from 1–5 stars and comment below! Catalina 426 © Catalina Yachts Length overall: 13.26 m (43 ft 6 in) Beam: 4.17 m (13 ft 8 in) Draft (shoal bulb keel): 1.52 m (5 ft 0 in) Draft (fin keel): 2.03 m (6 ft 8 in) Displacement (half load): approx. 11,566 kg (25,500 lb) Engine: Yanmar 4JH57CR 4-Cylinder Common Rail Diesel (57 hp) Hull speed: 8.38 knots Fuel capacity: 235 L (62 US gal) Water capacity: 443 L (117 US gal) Cabins: 3 Berths: 6 to 8 The Catalina 426 stands as a modern benchmark in offshore-capable cruising sailcraft, representing the continued evolution of Catalina's acclaimed Ocean 6 Series. Built on a hand-laid fiberglass hull featuring a vinylester barrier coat, an integrated structural grid, and a watertight StrikeZone collision bulkhead forward, this 43-foot sloop is engineered for safety, structural strength, and sea-kindly performance. Powered by an efficient 57-horsepower Yanmar common-rail diesel engine paired with an in-mast furling double-spreader rig and self-tacking jib, the vessel offers effortless short-handed sail handling in all sea conditions. The interior layout maximizes usable living volume and natural illumination through low-glare deck liners, large hatches, and varnished teak and maple joinery. Onboard highlights include a spacious main salon with a gloss-finished dining table, a full-service L-shaped galley, a central navigation desk, a private forward owner’s stateroom with a centerline queen berth and en-suite head, a versatile aft guest cabin configuration, and a wide walk-through transom leading directly to a folding swim platform. #Catalina426 #CatalinaYachts #CruisingSailboat #HarbourMasters