Built from 1980 to 1986 by Catalina Yachts, the Capri 25 represents an appealing blend of performance and practicality in a compact package. This masthead sloop combines a modern fin keel and spade rudder configuration with fiberglass construction, delivering responsive handling that makes it well-suited for both weekend coastal sailing and club racing. At just under 25 feet with a displacement of 2,950 pounds, the Capri 25 strikes a balance between portability and seaworthiness. The moderate ballast-to-displacement ratio of roughly 30 percent provides adequate stability while keeping the boat light enough for reasonable trailering. With 276 square feet of sail area, the boat offers spirited performance in moderate conditions, though the relatively high sail area-to-displacement ratio suggests it's designed more for inland waters and protected coastal areas than serious offshore work. The Capri line was Catalina's answer to the growing sport boat market of the early 1980s, emphasizing sailing performance over cruising amenities. The low comfort ratio of 11.48 confirms this focus, indicating minimal accommodations but maximum sailing enjoyment. For sailors seeking an affordable entry into performance sailing or a nimble day sailor, the Capri 25 delivers honest sailing characteristics in a manageable size.
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What is the Capri 25 Catalina's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Capri 25 Catalina has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 21.52. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Capri 25 Catalina's comfort ratio?
The Capri 25 Catalina has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 11.48. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Capri 25 Catalina safe for offshore sailing?
The Capri 25 Catalina has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.56. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Capri 25 Catalina?
The theoretical hull speed of the Capri 25 Catalina is 5.87 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Capri 25 Catalina weigh?
The Capri 25 Catalina has a displacement of 2,950.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 24.58 ft.
How much does a used Capri 25 Catalina cost?
Based on 1 recent market listings, used Capri 25 Catalina sailboats typically sell for between $3,300 and $3,300, with a median asking price of $3,300. Price varies significantly based on year, condition, location, and included equipment.