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Catalina 36 for Sale

Cruising Monohull

The #1 pre-owned sail search on boats.com for the US market. As America's largest sailboat builder, Catalina has built a loyal community around the 36, which remains one of the most accessible and well-designed cruising sailboats ever produced.

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By Catalina
Est. 1970 · United States
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Cruising World Boat of the Year 1994 (Mk II)
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Frank Butler / Gerry Douglas design optimised for comfort and value
Mk II added walk-through transom and larger cockpit (1994)
Shoal-draft keel option for thin-water cruising
Spacious V-berth and wide salon for the class
Exceptional resale value and vast owners' community
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Type: Cruising Monohull
Size: 36 ft
Since 1982
Built: 2,300-3,000 across Mk I and Mk II
Catalina 36
Original Mk I produced 1982-1994; Mk II introduced 1994-2005; replaced by Catalina 375 in 2008

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About the Catalina 36

Classified as a Cruising Monohull, the 36 spans 36 ft, first introduced in 1982, with an estimated 2,300-3,000 across Mk I and Mk II units built.

Key features of the 36 include Frank Butler / Gerry Douglas design optimised for comfort and value, Mk II added walk-through transom and larger cockpit (1994), Shoal-draft keel option for thin-water cruising, Spacious V-berth and wide salon for the class, Exceptional resale value and vast owners' community. Arguably the most popular 36-foot sailboat ever built in North America, the gold standard for affordable family sailing..

Original Mk I produced 1982-1994; Mk II introduced 1994-2005; replaced by Catalina 375 in 2008

The 36 is built by Catalina, headquartered in Woodland Hills, California, United States and founded in 1970. Catalina is known for Cruising sailboats, Coastal and bluewater sailing yachts, Performance cruisers.

Brand
Catalina
Type
Cruising Monohull
Size Range
36 ft
Introduced
1982

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of boat is the Catalina 36?
The Catalina 36 is classified as a Cruising Monohull. It spans 36 ft in length.
Who manufactures the Catalina 36?
The 36 is manufactured by Catalina. This model was first introduced in 1982. You can view all Catalina boats for sale on Hulls.io.
What are the key features of the Catalina 36?
Key features of the Catalina 36 include Frank Butler / Gerry Douglas design optimised for comfort and value, Mk II added walk-through transom and larger cockpit (1994), Shoal-draft keel option for thin-water cruising, Spacious V-berth and wide salon for the class, Exceptional resale value and vast owners' community.

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