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Catalina 545

Masthead Sloop · Fin W/Spade Rudder

Designed by Gerry Douglas · Built by Catalina Yachts (Usa) · First built 2019

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LOA 54.50 ft  ·  Beam 16.25 ft  ·  Displacement 38,000 lb  ·  Sail Area 1380 ft²  ·  Masthead Sloop  ·  Fin W/Spade Rudder
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Dimensions & Specifications
LOA (Length Overall) 54.50 ft / 16.61 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 47.00 ft / 14.33 m
Beam 16.25 ft / 4.95 m
Max Draft 7.25 ft / 2.21 m
Displacement 38,000 lb / 17,237 kg
Ballast 15,200 lb / 6,895 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 1380 ft² / 128.21 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG w/core
Designer Gerry Douglas
Builder Catalina Yachts (USA)
First Built 2019
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Engine & Accommodations
Fuel Capacity 130
Water Capacity 225
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Catalina 545's sail area to displacement ratio?

The Catalina 545 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 19.49. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.

What is the Catalina 545's comfort ratio?

The Catalina 545 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 28.87. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.

Is the Catalina 545 safe for offshore sailing?

The Catalina 545 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.94. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.

What is the hull speed of the Catalina 545?

The theoretical hull speed of the Catalina 545 is 9.19 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.

How much does a Catalina 545 weigh?

The Catalina 545 has a displacement of 38,000 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 54.50 ft.

Who designed the Catalina 545?

The Catalina 545 was designed by Gerry Douglas, first built in 2019.

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