The Catalina 16.5 boasts a big roomy cockpit, and large storage locker forward, making for ideal family outings. The 16.5 is available in two keel designs. The Centerboard model features a powerful sail plan, balanced by the stable hull form and fiberglass centerboard and rudder. Adjustable hiking straps, tiller extension, adjustable outhaul, and sheet bag are all standard equipment. The Keel model is perfect for storing the boat on a mooring or dock most of the season. A molded-in sealed bilge sump is included. The high aspect keel is cast lead and attached with stainless steel keel bolts.
Draft: 4 ft. 5 in.
Beam: 7 ft. 0 in.
Standard features:
Specs
Length Overall 17'2"
Length of Hull 16'4"
Beam 7'0"
Draft 4'5"
Board Up 0'5"
Ballast 30 lbs
Approx. Wt. 430 lbs
Sail Area
Mainsail Rated 91.5 sq. ft.
Total (100 percent fore triangle) 150 sq. ft.
I 18'11"
J 5'6"
P 20'4"
E 9'0"
Mast Length 22'10"
Sail Area /Displacement 42.13
Steering Tiller
Rigging Type single Spreaders
Shrouds 1 x 9
Uppers 1/8"
Lowers 1/8"
Forestay 1/8"
Halyards
Rope, low stretch 1/4" Led Aft
Boom Vang Block and Tackle
Number of crew 1-4 Adults
