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Catalina Capri 18

Catalina Capri 18 is a 18 ′ 0 ″ / 5.5 m monohull sailboat designed by Gerry Douglas and built by Catalina Yachts starting in 1985.

• 2 / 2 Point Blank, TX, US 1988 Catalina Capri 18 $2,500 USD View

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The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

In 2000 Catalina Yachts renamed the CAPRI 18 to the CATALINA 18. Photo courtesy Adam Hunt.

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CAPRI 18 (CATALINA) Detailed Review

If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of CAPRI 18 (CATALINA). Built by Catalina Yachts and designed by Gerry Douglas, the boat was first built in 1985. It has a hull type of Wing Keel and LOA is 5.49. Its sail area/displacement ratio 18.97. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by undefined, runs on undefined.

CAPRI 18 (CATALINA) has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about CAPRI 18 (CATALINA) and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.

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CAPRI 18 (CATALINA) was designed by Gerry Douglas.

Who builds CAPRI 18 (CATALINA)?

CAPRI 18 (CATALINA) is built by Catalina Yachts.

When was CAPRI 18 (CATALINA) first built?

CAPRI 18 (CATALINA) was first built in 1985.

How long is CAPRI 18 (CATALINA)?

CAPRI 18 (CATALINA) is 4.98 m in length.

What is mast height on CAPRI 18 (CATALINA)?

CAPRI 18 (CATALINA) has a mast height of 6.17 m.

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Hunter 212 vs Catalina Capri 18

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Hi all...first post.. I'm a newbie looking to buy my first sailboat. I've narrowed it down to two different choices. I'm looking at a used Hunter 212 and a used Capri 18. They both seem like they would suit my needs. I'm just searching for good things and bad things about both. Anyone here have experience with these boats and could you tell me what I should be looking for in purchasing a used one? e.g. common parts to wear out quick? Also, whats the difference between the MK2 Capri and the non.. What year did they become Mk2.. Thanks for any help.. Mike  

I can't speak to those specific boats, but I've had a Catalina Capri 14.2 foot model for over 15 years and it has been a great little boat. Its draft is a mere 3 inches with the board up and it is only ~350lbs so very easy to work with it. Even has a roller furler for the jib. I've done nothing to it, maintenance wise, in all that time other than clean it once each spring and replace the hiking stick once (I ripped it off when the hiking strap gave way and me and my crew ended up in the drink). It is probably worth about the $1200 I paid for it 15+ years ago. Good luck  

A 14.2 sounds good...just can't seem to find one anywhere near me. I live near Nashville. I wish I could say I was near Seattle. That city is definitely one of the places I would like to visit. I've got my eye on a 1989 Capri 18 at Snug Harbor Boats that seems to be reasonably priced although it doesn't include an engine. Thanks Mike  

I owned a Capri 18, but either boat would be fine, depending on which one appeals to you the most.  

I've found a used Capri 18 that seems to be ok judging from the pictures at Snug Harbor Boats in Georgia. I've been reading reviews on the 212 and it seems to have some problems so I think I will go with the 18. Has anyone ever dealt with Snug Harbor Boats previously? Thanks Mike  

Hunter 212 Catalina Hi, I currently own a Catalina 22 and a Hunter 212. The Catalina is a 1970 boat and the 212 is a 2001. The Catalina 22 is a solid boat and so is the Hunter 212. I read all the reviews I could find on the Hunter and it seamed they had a problem with the tiller. I have not found it to be a problem. I have sailed the Hunter in 15mph wind with gust up to 25 and it was solid as a rock. The cabin space inside the boat is different. The Catalina offers a nice table and sitting area with a bench next to it. The forward V birth has very little clearance and I would want to sleep on the 1/2 births or the table area instead. The Hunter has more room inside the boat and more room in the cockpit. The V birth is comfortable and spacious for a 21' boat. The biggest selling point for me was the open transom on the Hunter. It provides me with a swimming platform and easy access when beached. I have used a 3.5 hp motor and a Mini Kota 55 electric motor for auxilary power. The 3.5 was more power than I needed for either boat, but it has the advantages of reserve power. My Hunter was used by a sailing school before I bought it and they probably had a bunch of newbies on the boats. The tiller held up to all that. The maintenance on the Hunter is much less. I still have both boats but will probably keep the Hunter longer.  

Re: Hunter 212 can a 6 feet tall person fit in the v-berth? This boat is on my short list, started a thread here, you can check it out if you like: edit: can't post links as my post count is less than 10, but my thread is in the boat buying section, easy to find how do you find its sailing in light and heavy winds? I contacted Hunter Cs and they mentionned swing keel is only 130lbs out of the total 1800lbs, which started getting me worried about the boat`s stability, especially singlehanded. i see you've changed the keel back to a swing, any idea how much it weighs? how about the boat total weight? just curious if you've weighted them...Guess I want to make sure this boat has the ability to plane early, and that you`re not always finding yourself cutting down on your sail area to stay stable.  

Hunter 212 Hi, I think you would find the V-berth to be long enough for you. I'm 5'10" and it is good for me. I have only tried it out and not slept over night in it. The V berth gives much more space than my Catalina 22. The keel weight is probably less than 200. I have carried it and moved it around before we got it on the boat. I have never reefed the sails on the boat. I have found it to be a very stable boat and I enjoy the heck out of it. I just added a MinKota 45 electric motor for a kicker and took off the 3.5 hp motor and put that on the Catalina. I think it is best if you can try these boats out before buying them to make sure they are right for you. Of course I bought both my boats without sailing on them first. Rick Rmoynahan yahoo  

Original post was September 2007. This is probably a cold trail.  

I heard from Zemaniak and he is taking delivery of a Hunter 212 on Monday. He found a video I posted on Youtube Kaweah Sailing, and left the message there. Rick  

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Capri 18 catalina

The capri 18 catalina is a 18.0ft fractional sloop designed by frank butler/gerry douglas and built in fiberglass by catalina yachts since 1985..

The Capri 18 catalina is a light sailboat which is a good performer. It is very stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a day-boat.

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Addressing comfort first, the Capri has the advantage over the other three boats this month in that it has a head. Yes-sir-ee that old Wayside Chapel can come in handy sometimes, especially if you don't have the Kevlar bladder of a 19-year-old. This head is not enclosed, but tucked between the V-berths. You can pull a curtain for privacy if you need it.

The Capri also offers the advantage of having berths. This is not exactly what I would call a cruising layout, but with some careful packing and stowage, a family of four could cruise this boat. Even better, a couple of teenagers could throw their gear on the V-berths and sleep aft and cruise in enough comfort to keep them happy.

This is a true keel boat with a D/L of 123. You can have your choice of standard fin keel with 700 pounds of lead, or the wing keel with 650 pounds of lead. Draft with the fin keel is 4 feet and with the wing 2 feet, 8 inches. I can't imagine sailing a boat with 2 feet, 8 inches of draft, and I hope I never get the chance to try it. Beam is 8 feet, 2 inches for ease of trailering.

The changes over the previous model include a more pronounced knuckle at the forefoot, a finer bow, more beam aft, a new rudder planform and much less rocker. In short, the new 22's hull looks much more modern in its overall shape. I wonder which would be the faster boat if the boats were equipped identically. I know on paper the new version should outsail the older version. But strange things can happen in the wonderful world of yacht design. The numbers are virtually identical. The new keel is smaller in wetted surface, and the rudder is deeper. I'm sure the additional 2 inches of beam on the new model is only at the deck.

The cabintrunk has been redesigned too. The new cabintrunk is sleeker and less angular than the original. I like the long cockpit of this design. This cockpit is as big or at least as long as many you will find on boats over 28 feet. I could comfortably lay down on these cockpit seats.

The rig is the same as the old 22. Okay, they did change to an angled halyard exit block for a better fairlead on the new 22. Comparing the two drawings, old and new, I do see some changes, but they are not reflected in the spec sheet. The SA/D is 21.66. The new rig has a taller "I" dimension and either a shorter "E" dimension or a different traveler placement. The boom also looks lower on the new 22.

I have always been a fan of the Catalina line. Maybe it's because I'm a West Coast guy, but there is something I relate to in the general design focus of the Catalinas. I once owned a Catalina 27 and was quite happy with it. I taught my wife to sail in that boat. I applaud Catalina for not following the herd down the Euro styling path or is it the path of "Eurine." The clean almost classic good looks of this 22-footer will keep it looking fresh and handsome for years to come.

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trailer suggestions cat capri 18?

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Hello everyone, first time post here. I've recently become very interested in obtaining a pocket cruiser for lakes and trailering and an occasional ocean trip. I found a decent 18' Capri but the issue is there is no trailer! its in another state so not an option to sail home and kinda defeats the purpose of the design of the boat with no trailer. does anyone have some suggestions for a model trailer that might take this boat or how one might be retrofitted? im assuming there are options out there asidie from spending $2-3k for a new trailer. many thanks! ​  

Capri-18, best unknown pocket cruiser in it's size! Great performing boats that are way over built, and I don't understand why there ain't more of them out there. Anyway, hope they heavily discounted the boat for the lack of a trailer. Yes, you could always find a boat trailer on Craigslist and modifiy it to fit the Capri. But, depending on what you'll have into the boat, and if you intend to keep the boat for awhile, the best thing might just be to take the plunge and buy a new galvanized trailer specifically for the boat. In the long run, you'll enjoy the boat more than if you tried to jury-rig something. That way you will be able to safely tow the boat and not have to worry about traileriong to different locations. And if you intend to launch in the ocean, don't even think about a painted trailer, you'll never keep up with the rust. Loved our Capri-18, wish I could've kept her along with our C-22. Don  

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Trail-Rite makes the stock trailer. I've had decent luck with EZ-Loader trailers too.  

I just picked up a 200 model year Catalina 18 that has the "Trail - Rite" stock trailer out of Huntington, CA. Great single axle trailer, solid build with bent bunks so you can pull it without having to tie the boat down. (I still do as I want to make sure its extra safe). As I just registered it here in Seattle I had to call Trail Rite directly for weight info , it weighs in at 760 lbs unloaded btw. my Toyota Tacoma V6 pulls the boat and trailer with no issues whatsoever. I would recommend contacting them as they already have the specs to give you the "factory fit". And believe Me, it fits!  

Make that a 2000 year model, as a 200 would pre date the factory, but not the sport. haha  

Don't spend $3000 on a new trailer for a used $4000 boat. Find one with a trailer for $4000. Like this one. http://sailingtexas.com/201301/scapri18124.html  

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