Catalina 30
Cruising Sailboat
The Catalina 30 is a 9.18 m masthead-sloop coastal cruiser introduced in 1975 and built in large numbers across multiple keel and rig variants. Straightforward systems, strong owner-class support, and practical interior volume keep it relevant for first-time ownership, refits, and budget-conscious cruising.
Key Specifications
- LOA
- 9.18 m / 30.1 ft
- Beam
- 3.30 m / 10.8 ft
- Draft
- 1.63 m / 5.3 ft
- Category
- Cruising Sailboat
- Builder
- Catalina
- Model years
- 1975-present
- Use cases
- Coastal, Weekender
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Review highlights
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Easy to handle and comfortable for long weekends.
The standout quality is how balanced the boat feels once conditions build. The deck layout keeps movement calm, the interior has enough practical storage for a real trip, and the systems access is better than expected for routine owner checks. I would still inspect service records, canvas, batteries, and through-hulls carefully, but as a model it feels confidence-inspiring and easy to recommend.