Catalina 426 for sale in Kemah, Texas United States of America

Catalina Yachts - Rugged, Solid, Cruisers Built by High Quality Craftsman in the U.S. to Take you Around the World!

Introducing Catalina's NEW 6 Series! The first Catalina 426 is coming to Kemah, Texas in June, 2024!

The 426 is an evolution of successful design, features and proportions: moderate beam carried well aft for a spacious cockpit; moderate freeboard for reduced windage; pleasing exterior appearance and an innovative and beautifully finished interior.

Like all Catalinas above 30 feet, the new Catalina 426 is robustly built to CE Category A standards, is NMMA Yacht Certified and follows all applicable American Boat and Yacht Council Standards, thus assuring the Catalina owner a quality, safe and durable yacht.

Over the past 54 years Catalina has offered the sailing community timeless models with great sailing performance and has been an innovator with its design features and solid construction. 

Designed and built in the United States, the new 6 Series showcases Catalina’s legendary quality, craftsmanship, and value, with a focus on improved performance, technology, and luxury.

Listed below are the new main design features that distinguish the new 6 Series models:

• New Selden mast and rigging featuring "LMP" sections for weight savings aloft, swept spreader design provides closer sheeting angles and easier passage of side decks. SMF and Selbus push button ready.
• New custom Catalina/ Mars shoal draft lead keels with "Cruising Bulb" low drag form (356,386,426,446).
• New mainsheet system allows trimming from both port and starboard sides of cabin top.
• New hull-side fixed ports and new cabin-side opening ports for added light and contemporary exterior design look.
• Multi-axial fiberglass for a stronger laminate and stiffer structure, including use of carbon fiber in select locations and assemblies.
• Multiaxial fiberglass for a stronger laminate and stiffer structure, including use of carbon fiber in select locations and assemblies.
• Wide, clear weather deck design with single shroud point for convenient foredeck access.
• New Solid Surface Countertops in galley and head along with new vanity sink.
• New Butler Explorer steering pedestals for enhanced ergonomics (316,356,386).
• Larger Group 31 starting battery for added capacity and capability.
• New Sensar Marine Boat Monitor system as standard equipment.
• New diesel heating system options for extending the sailing season.
• New "Offshore" interior door handle hardware.
• New forward anchor wash-down option.
• New Flexi-teek toe rail for secure, safe decks and contemporary look (316, 356, 386).
• New Doyle Code Reacher sail option to maximize performance from the new Selden rig and gear.
• New Quick Nautical LED interior lighting (316, 356, 386).
• New Scanstrut USB-C outlets in salon and staterooms for charging away from shore power.
• New reflective sheer stripe design.

These changes and enhancements in the 6 Series promise to bring even more enjoyment to the experience of sailing and owning a Catalina Yacht. 

Call or email Little Yacht Sales for current pricing and let's discuss building you a new Catalina 426!

The 426 offers almost all of the same 425 equipment below along with many features of the NEW 6 Series!

DECK

• Twin helms on Edson Performance Pedestals with pre-stitched cables
• A cockpit with 6’6” long seats, the starboard seat converts to a double berth or deck lounge
• Controls for the self-tacking jib and mainsheet are led aft to the port & starboard helm positions
• Sleek low profile cabin structure with flush deck hatches
• A large flush hatch on the stern for life raft or inflatable dinghy storage
• An available retractable stern platform
• An integral molded fiberglass toe rail
• 28” stanchions & life line
• Telescopic companionway closure hatch
• Wide, uncluttered weather decks

HULL

• Six large fixed ports recessed into the hull for lots of light and visibility in the cabin
• End grain balsa coring above the waterline for stiffness and insulation
• Strike zone protection in the bow with a collision bulkhead and impact-absorbing chamber
• A nine-degree bow angle to increase waterline length, but still afford protection anchors
• Smooth, clean hull lines without turbulence producing chines

RIGGING

• A self-tacking jib and jib traveler standard
• Genoa tracks for headsails up to 155%
• Inboard chain plates for the sheeting angles required for excellent upwind performance
• An attachment point for a “Code 0” or an asymmetrical spinnaker at the bow, integrated into the anchor rollers
• Jib and mainsheet controls at the helm positions
• Roller furling mainsail and headsail are standard

INTERIOR

• Port and starboard aft cabins with 54” wide at the shoulder double berths
• The port aft double cabin is easily convertible to storage with a large “gull wing hatch” on deck above for access
• Owners cabin forward with larger centerline berth with elevating adjustable mattress
• Galley with front-loading refrigerator
• Three burner, polished, stainless steel stove with oven
• Teak fiddles and interior trim accented by maple hull ceiling
• Direct and indirect L.E.D. lighting
• Shades and screens on all deck hatches
• 6’ – 8’ head room in most areas
• Heavily insulated, top loading compartment for available freezer

SYSTEMS

• Central, accessible mechanical space providing excellent access to primary engine, generator, water heater and air conditioners
• Dedicated filter locker, a unique “5” series feature
• Accessible fuel, water and waste tanks with large capacities
• High quality, hinged aluminum electrical panels with space for additional breakers and equipment
• Yanmar common rail 57 hp diesel electronically controlled for improved economy
• And range featuring the option of interface with Raymarine chartplotter to monitor all engine functions
• (3) 8D Deep cycle marine batteries

RIG MEASUREMENTS

• Total with 100%: 
• Foretriangle:914 sq. ft.      
• Total with Standard:
• 100% jib and roached mainsail: 940 sq. ft.
• I = 55’9”
• J = 15’8”
• P = 52’0”
• E = 18’0”