Catalina 22 Mk Ii
Description
The Catalina 22 Mk II is an upgraded variant of the iconic Catalina 22 trailerable sailboat, designed by Frank V. Butler and produced by Catalina Yachts from 1995 to around 2004 (though some sources extend to 2009). It builds on the success of the original Catalina 22, which has sold over 15,000 units since 1969 and is one of the most popular trailer-sailors ever built, inducted into the American Sailboat Hall of Fame in 1995 for its role in popularizing pocket-cruising. The Mk II addresses some limitations of earlier models (like the 1986 "New Design") by offering a wider hull and cabin for improved comfort, a more modern interior layout, and options for fixed or swing keels to balance performance and shallow-water access. Key changes include revisions to the hull above the waterline, an enlarged deck and cockpit, smoked plexiglass port lights (replacing aluminum-trimmed ones), a pop-top companionway for extra headroom, and the elimination of exterior teak for lower maintenance. It's heavier and roomier than the original but retains the same basic hull shape, making it better suited for family cruising and day sailing than one-design racing (where lighter original models or the later 2004 Catalina 22 Sport are preferred). Production was limited compared to predecessors (fewer than 1,000 units), and it's out of production but widely available used for $6,000–$15,000, depending on condition. Catalina Yachts still supports parts through dealers like Catalina Direct, and there's an active owners' association for racing and maintenance tips. 2290 lbs. Disp. 700 lbs. Ballast fin keel. 19'4" LWL. 8'4" Beam. 3'6" Draft Fin Keel. 2'6" Draft wing keel. 2' Draft CB up. 5' Draft CB Down. Mark II models changed interior only. One-design integrity is preserved.
Construction Details
| Designer | Frank Butler |
|---|---|
| Builder | MacGregor Yacht Corporation |
| Length | 21.500 ft |
| LOA | 23.830 ft |
| LWL | 19.330 ft |
| Beam | 8.330 ft |
| Displacement | 2290 lb |
| Max Draft | 3.500 ft |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 25.83 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 8 ft |
| p | 21.83 ft |
| e | 9.67 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25.83 ft | 8 ft | 21.83 ft | 9.67 ft | - | - | - | - |
Documents
Sails
| Sail Type | MAINSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | 21 ft - (6401 mm) |
| Foot | 9.83 ft - (2996 mm) |
| Leech | 23 ft - (7010 mm) |
| Tack Angle | 88 ° |
| Diagonal | 23.57 ft - (7184 mm) |
| Head (inches) | 4 in - (102 mm) |
| Area | * 109.13 ft² |
| Comments |
Catalina 22 Class Mainsail. Mid-girth - 6 feet 1 inch maximum. Quarter-girth - 3 feet 6 inches maximum. Three quarter-girth - 8 feet 1 inch maximum. Battens - Four in number, with the top batten no nearer than 4' 7" to the head, along a line between the head grommet and the clew grommet. Batten length for "standard" battens are 24" (top) 39" (upper & lower middle) and 29" (bottom). Full batten sails shall be allowed, but all battens must be perpendicular to the luff of the sail and fit in the positions described above. If a combination of "full" and "partial" length battens are used, all must be perpendicular to the luff and partial length battens are limited to the dimensions stated in E.1.e. |
| Sail Type | JIBSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 21.63 ft - (6593 mm) |
| Foot | * 10.54 ft - (3213 mm) |
| Leech | * 18.88 ft - (5755 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 9.2 ft - (2804 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12 ° |
| Area | * 99.5 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | 26.33 ft - (8025 mm) |
| Foot | * 12.87 ft - (3923 mm) |
| Leech | * 24.22 ft - (7382 mm) |
| Percentage LP | 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | 12 ft - (3658 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.98 ° |
| Area | * 154.14 ft² |
| Comments |
Maximum Luff 26.33 feet, Maximum LP 12' (150%). The leech and foot can be modified as desired to change clew height and sheet lead angle. The calculator can be especially useful here. Battens are not permitted. |
| Sail Type | DRIFTER |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 25.69 ft - (7830 mm) |
| Foot | * 13.38 ft - (4078 mm) |
| Leech | * 23.13 ft - (7050 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perp | * 12 ft - (3658 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 9.04 ° |
| Area | * 154.15 ft² |
| Sail Type | STORMJIB |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 14.87 ft - (4532 mm) |
| Foot | * 5.95 ft - (1814 mm) |
| Leech | * 12.33 ft - (3758 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 60 % |
| Length Perp | * 4.8 ft - (1463 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 18.98 ° |
| Area | * 35.7 ft² |
| Comments | Storm Jib (70%): Luff - 20 feet (maximum), L.P. - 8 feet 5 inches (maximum) The above sail may be carried on board as a non-racing safety item. |
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