Catalina Yachts 27

Sailboat 26′ 10″ Since 1971

Overview

Builder
Catalina Yachts
Model
27
Type
Sailboat
Built
1971–1991
Designer
Frank Butler/ Bob Finch
Hull
Fin w/spade rudder
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
26′ 10″ (8.17 m)
Waterline length
21′ 10″ (6.64 m)
Beam
8′ 10″ (2.68 m)
Displacement
6,850 lb (3,107 kg)
Ballast
2,700 lb (1,225 kg)

Sails and rig

Sail area
354 sq ft (32.9 m²)
I (foretriangle height)
34′ (10.36 m)
J (foretriangle base)
11′ 3″ (3.43 m)
P (mainsail luff)
28′ 8″ (8.74 m)
E (mainsail foot)
10′ 6″ (3.20 m)

Design ratios

Sail area / displacement
15.7

Power from the sails for the boat's weight. Under 16 is modest, 16–20 a typical cruiser, over 20 lively.

Displacement / length
295

How heavy the boat is for its waterline. Under 200 is light, 200–300 moderate, over 300 heavy.

Ballast ratio
39%

Share of the weight that is ballast. Higher generally means stiffer in a breeze.

Capsize screening
1.85

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Ballast Type
Lead
Construction
FG

Data from Mauri Pro Sailboat Data. Check details with the builder before relying on them.

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