General information and specs

1981 Catalina 30 Tall Rig – Atomic 4 Gas Engine

This Catalina 30 Tall Rig offers classic performance and spacious cruising comfort. Powered by the dependable Atomic 4 gasoline engine, she balances ease of handling with solid sailing capability. The sail inventory features a mainsail (2002), a Genoa (2015), and a spinnaker for downwind performance. Recent upgrades include a new knot meter and depth meter (2024), ensuring accurate navigation. On deck, a dodger and Bimini provide cockpit protection and shade, while two anchors (Danforth and plow) add security at anchor. Below, the wide beam creates a roomy salon with opposing settees and a fold-down dining table, a functional galley with stove, sink, and icebox, a forward V-berth, aft quarter berth, and convertible salon berths to sleep up to six. A forward head with sink and ventilation hatch completes the accommodations. The boat comes with a steel cradle for secure winter storage. With her proven design, comfortable interior, this Catalina 30 is ready for both weekend cruising and seasonal sailing adventures.

Highlights: Spacious interior, proven coastal cruiser, steel cradle included for winter storage

🛋️ Accommodations

• Salon: Wide beam with opposing settees and fold-down dining table
• Sleeping Berths:
• Forward V-berth (double)
• Aft quarter berth (single/double)
• Convertible salon settees
• Sleeps up to 6 comfortably
• Head: Forward compartment with marine toilet, sink, and ventilation hatch
• Ventilation: Multiple opening hatches and ports for airflow and natural light

🍳 Galley

• Layout: Portside near companionway for ventilation and easy access
• Equipment:
• Two-burner stove
• Dual stainless steel sinks
• Icebox
• Microwave oven
• Pressurized water system
• Storage: Lockers and cabinetry for provisions

📡 Electronics

• Instruments: SignetMarine suite including:
• Knot meter:  Signet SL 254 (new 2024)
• Depth meter: Signet MK172 (new 2024)
• Wind speed/direction instrument: Signet SL254
• Communications: Uniden LTD950 marine VHF radio located at the navigation desk
• AUTO PILOT: Autohelm ST4000 wheel pilot, with control unit
• Navigation:
• Garmin GPSMap 176C installed at the navigation desk.
• COMPASS: Ritchie binnacle mounted magnetic compass on the steering pedestal.
• Entertainment: TV, FM radio/CD/Bluetooth w/interior and cockpit speakers

⚡ Electrical

• System: 12V DC with 110V shore power capability
• Bilge: Manual and electric bilge pumps
• Panels: Electrical panel at navigation station
• Masthead and deck light: upgraded 2024

⛵ Sails and Rigging

• Rig: Tall Rig masthead sloop with 2.5’ bowsprit
• Sail Inventory:
• Mainsail (2002)
• Genoa (2015) –
• Spinnaker
• Rigging: Inspected in 2024; fasteners and fittings upgraded
• ROLLER FURLING: Harken MKIII roller furling unit on forestay
• Sail Area: ~468 sq ft (standard TR), slightly larger with bowsprit
• WINCHES: Cabin top port side is a Lewmar 7, single speed standard winch. To starboard is Lewmar 10 standard winch. Primary winches port and starboard are Lewmar 30, two speed standard winches. A single speed Lewmar 7 standard winch installed on the mast.

🌊 Deck

• Cockpit: Spacious with wheel steering
• Dodger and Bimini for protection and shade
• Anchors: Two included – Danforth and plow, with rode
• Safety Gear: Lifelines, stanchions, pulpits, seacocks, blower

🔧 Engine

• Type: Atomic 4 gasoline inboard
• Fuel Capacity: ~18 gallons, New fuel fill hose and fitting 2023.
• Access: Engine compartment designed for maintenance accessibility

🚤 Dinghy/Trailer

• Winter Storage: Welded steel cradle included, designed for secure seasonal layup

Disclaimer

The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.