2025 Catalina 426

The 425 is contemporary in style and traditional in function and practicality. “Our popular 42 that was launched in 1989 enjoyed a long production run of well over 1,000 hulls,” reported Frank Butler, founder of Catalina Yachts. “In response to the continued high demand for a 42-foot cruising yacht, I’m proud of our team effort in designing the new 425,” he said.

The 425 incorporates all of Catalina’s hallmark features: a functional, spacious cockpit, a comfortable, carefully detailed interior, and all the 5 Series features that have redefined the Catalina brand. The deck includes twin helms on performance pedestals with pre-stretched cables. The hull features six large fixed ports recessed into the hull for lots of light and visibility. A self-tacking jib and jib traveler are standard, and main and jib sheets are lead to the helm for efficient short-handed sailing. The forward owner’s cabin features a large centerline berth with an elevating adjustable mattress. There are starboard and port aft cabins; the latter is easily convertible to a storage cabin with a “gull wing cockpit hatch”. A central accessible mechanical space provides excellent access to the primary engine, generator, water heater, and air conditioners, which simplifies maintenance and inspections necessary for systems reliability.

The 425 is the 6th model in the 5 Series, where there is a bold emphasis on strength; a five-part construction with a dedicated structural grid insures ruggedly-built boats that stand up to the test of time. Unique design features include a watertight StrikeZone™ collision bulkhead forward; DeepDefense™ rudder system for failsafe steering and a T-Beam MastStep™ structure, with all the benefits of a deck-stepped mast and the strength of a keel-stepped mast. The SecureSocket™ mast support/chainplate system facilitates perfect load resolution and watertight integrity. Knitted fabrics create a stronger laminate without additional weight. Catalina’s trademark lead keels absorb impact for safety and require less maintenance than other materials. 

Catalina’s philosophy is straightforward: Design boats that stand up to real-world conditions and sail well. They must be comfortable above and below, easy to maintain, and hold their value. A commitment to owner satisfaction has enhanced customer confidence and loyalty that has made Catalina the preeminent builder of sailboats in the United States with an extensive national and international dealer network.

Standard Design Features

• (6) large fixed ports recessed into the hull for lots of light and visibility in the cabin
• "Strike zone" collision bulkhead forward with impact-absorbing chamber
• 9-degree bow angle increases waterline length
• Smooth clean bottom shape moves well through the water 

Rigging:

• Self-tacking jib and jib traveler are standard
• Genoa track for up to 155% Genoa
• Spinnaker attachment point at bow and spinnaker package available
• Jib and mainsheet controls at both helm positions with winches in the aft area of the cockpit
• Roller furling mainsail and headsail and standard

• Three Heavy-Duty 8-D 12 Volt Marine Deep Cycle Batteries
• 60 Amp Battery Charger, Multi-Bank Automatic
• L.E.D. Running Lights, Fore and Aft
• 110 Volt, 30 AMP Shore Power System with circuit breakers
• ( 1 ) 110 Volt, 30 AMP, Shore Power Cord 50 ft.
• L.E.D. Anchor Light at Masthead
• 12 Volt Lighting Throughout
• Custom 115 Volt AC/12 Volt DC Electric Panel
• Circuit Breakers for AC and DC Electrical Panel and Windlass Control
• Shore Power Galvanic Isolator
• Ground Fault Circuit Protection with ELGCI
• A.C. Duplex Receptacles Throughout

• One-Piece Fiberglass Hull with End Grain Balsa Core Sandwich Construction Above the Waterline, and a Vinylester Integral Barrier to Resist Osmosis Blistering
• One-Piece Fiberglass Deck with End Grain Balsa Core and Molded-In Diamond Pattern Non-Skid Surfaces Finished in Two-Tone White and Grey
• One-Piece Fiberglass Deck Liner Finished in NonGlare Texture
• One-Piece Molded Fiberglass Structural Grid
• One-piece molded Fiberglass Hull Liner with Satin Finish
• Keel with 316 Stainless Steel Attaching Bolts

• Single Lever Engine Controls Mounted on Starboard Side
• Yanmar ( 4 ) Cylinder Diesel Engine, 57 HP, Fresh Water Cooled with Common Rail Electronic Fuel System
• Bronze Propeller, Three Blade
• Sea Water Filter for Engine Cooling
• Centrally Mounted Electronic Engine Instruments
• Emergency Tiller Access and Emergency Tiller
• Dual Station Pedestal Steering with wheel brake
• Twin 32 ” Destroyer Wheels
• Bilge Blower and Ventilation System
• Illuminated Compass in Cockpit Table

• Fiberglass Cockpit Table with ( 2 ) Leaves, Foot- brace, Center insulated Compartment, and Handrails
• Walk Through Stern with Transom Boarding Platform
• Stern Boarding Ladder. Telescopic Type
• 27 ” Double Lifelines with Gates Port and Starboard
• Mooring Cleats, Two Fore and Aft
• Midship Spring Line Cleats
• Molded-In Gel Coat Waterline, Midwatch Blue
• Midwatch Blue and Silver Sheer Stripes
• Large Double Anchor Rollers on Foredeck with Mounting Point for Code “ 0 ” or Asymmetrical Spinnaker
• Electric Anchor Windlass with Power Up and Down Handheld remote control
• Large Divided Anchor Locker for Below Deck Chain and Rode Storage
• Stainless Steel Handrails on Cabin Top
• Stern Rails with Observation Seats, Cup Holders, Outboard Bracket, and flagstaff mount
• LPG Storage Locker for ( 2 ) 10 lb. alum. Tanks
• Hot & Cold Shower Mounted In Transom Boarding Area
• Water-Tight Strike Zone Collision Bulkhead at Bow

• Multi-coat Varnish Finish On Interior Teak And Maple Veneer Bulkheads With Solid Teak Trim
• Cabin Window Shades
• Navigation Station With Chart Table And 110 and 12-Volt Outlets & USB Port
• Owner’s Stateroom With Large Double Berth. Cedar Lined Hanging Locker, Drawers, And Private Head With Vessel Sink
• Teak And Holly Textured High-pressure Laminate Sole
• Inner Spring Mattresses On Fore And Aft Berths With Custom Fitted Sheets
• LED Interior Lighting
• Main Saloon Features A Large Dinette, Gloss-finished Dining Table To Port
• Guest Stateroom Aft On Starboard, Features Large Double Berth, Hanging Locker, And Ample Storage
• Third Cabin Aft To Port, Convertible To Double Berth, Upper/Lower Berths, Or Storage Locker
• Dedicated Cabinet For Easy Access To Engine Filters Located In Aft Port Cabin

• Front Loading Refrigeration, D.C. Powered with Freezer Compartment
  
• Polished Double Stainless Steel Sinks
• Large Storage Cabinets over the Galley
• Large Storage Lockers with Drawers and Bins
• Gimbaled ( 3 ) Burner L.P.G. Stove w/Oven, Polished
• Multi-Drawer Bank with Utensil Storage Rack
• Microwave Oven, AC Powered
• Single Lever Faucet with Pull-Out Sprayer

• Pressure Water Distribution System with Filter at Pump and Tank Selection Valves for ( 3 ) Tanks
• 11 Gallon Hot Water Heater with Engine Heat Exchanger and 110V Electric Heating Element
• ( 2 ) Electric Macerating Heads with Holding Tanks and Deck and Thru-Hull Outlets
• Electric Bilge Pump with Float Switch
• Manual Bilge Pump and Bilge High Water Alarm
• Head Compartment Forward with Vanity Counter, Medicine Chest, and Shower Compartment Stall
• Head Aft with Vanity, Sink, Medicine Chest, and Shower

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.