Catalina 27 "Samos"
Currency
Length
26' 10" - 8.18m
Vessel Location
Derwent Sailing Squadron, Sandy Bay
Launch Year
1987
Hull Material
Fibreglass/GRP
The Catalina 27 has long been celebrated as one of the most successful and enjoyable 27-footers ever built, and this 1987 model carries all the hallmarks that made the design a standout. With its proven blend of cruising comfort and lively performance, it remains a favourite among sailors who appreciate simplicity, reliability, and spirited handling. Catalina themselves described it as "a proven combination of successful cruising and racing design features, " and this example continues to deliver exactly that.
Step below and you'll find a warm, practical interior finished in teak, with a folding bulkhead table, molded liners, and a layout that comfortably sleeps up to six. The starboard settee converts into a generous double berth, and the forward head features a molded shower pan, overhead hatch, and mirrored storage unit. The galley is arranged for easy meal preparation and quick access to the cockpit, equipped with a stainless steel sink, gimballed stove, and insulated icebox--"designed for efficient meal preparation and easy access to the cockpit, " as the original brochure notes.
What truly elevates this Catalina 27 above others on the market is its near-new 20hp Beta diesel engine with only 110 hours--an exceptional upgrade that dramatically improves reliability, fuel efficiency, and peace of mind. Paired with Catalina's solid construction, external lead ballast, and self-bailing cockpit, this is a well-kept, thoughtfully improved yacht ready for carefree cruising.
Call Paul on or Matthew on to arrange an inspection TODAY!
Step below and you'll find a warm, practical interior finished in teak, with a folding bulkhead table, molded liners, and a layout that comfortably sleeps up to six. The starboard settee converts into a generous double berth, and the forward head features a molded shower pan, overhead hatch, and mirrored storage unit. The galley is arranged for easy meal preparation and quick access to the cockpit, equipped with a stainless steel sink, gimballed stove, and insulated icebox--"designed for efficient meal preparation and easy access to the cockpit, " as the original brochure notes.
What truly elevates this Catalina 27 above others on the market is its near-new 20hp Beta diesel engine with only 110 hours--an exceptional upgrade that dramatically improves reliability, fuel efficiency, and peace of mind. Paired with Catalina's solid construction, external lead ballast, and self-bailing cockpit, this is a well-kept, thoughtfully improved yacht ready for carefree cruising.
Call Paul on or Matthew on to arrange an inspection TODAY!
Price
AU $37,500
Vessel Name
Samos
Boat Reference
16987432
Launch Year
1987
Length
26' 10" - 8.18m
Beam
2.69m
Draft
1.05m (shoal draft)
Displacement
3.3 tonnes
Keel / Ballast
Fin keel with spade rudder
Vessel Location
Derwent Sailing Squadron, Sandy Bay
Region
Tasmania
Use
Family, Leisure, Cruising
Designer
Frank Butler / Bob Finch
Builder
Catalina Yachts USA
Hull Material
Fibreglass/GRP
Decks Material
GRP
Engine
20hp Beta B20 diesel - INSTALLED NEW 2018
Engine Make
Beta
Number Engines
1
Horsepower
20hp
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Hours
110
Fuel Consumption
1-2 LPH
Propulsion
Shaft drive with 3-blade bronze with prop-speed
Fuel
75 litres
Water
120 litres
Covers
Dodger - material needs replacing
Mainsail cover with lazyjacks
Boom tent
Mainsail cover with lazyjacks
Boom tent
Accommodation
The Catalina 27 offers remarkable interior volume for her size, and this layout makes excellent use of it. A wide companionway brings plenty of light into the saloon, where opposing settees provide comfortable seating and the bulkhead-mounted table folds down for generous dining space. The starboard settee extends to form a double berth, complemented by a private V-berth forward and a roomy quarter berth aft, giving sleeping space for up to six. The enclosed bathroom, functional galley, and multiple opening hatches with insect screens create a bright, practical, and genuinely comfortable living space ideal for weekends aboard or extended coastal cruising.
Headroom ~6 ft.
Headroom ~6 ft.
Cabins
1 v-berth cabin forward
Berths
6 berths
Shower
H&C in enclosed head
Toilet
Manual in enclosed head with holding tank.
Entertainment
CD stereo with speakers.
Galley
The galley is compact but impressively functional, offering excellent storage, a deep stainless sink with hot and cold pressure water, and a reliable two-burner metho stove with grill. With ample bench space and a large insulated icebox, it's a practical workspace for preparing meals at anchor or underway, perfectly suited to weekend cruising.
Refrigeration
Insulated icebox
Stove
2-burner metho stove
Hot Water
Hot water via engine and 240v
Ground Tackle
6kg Delta anchor + 20m x 8mm chain + 60m warp
Safety Gear
To MAST coastal cruising spec.
2 x liferings
2 x liferings
Bilge Pumps
Manual and electric
Epirb
406 EPIRB (exp 2027)
Fire Protection
2 x fire extinguishers
Electrics
Two 12V batteries (deep cycle house + engine start)
240v shore power.
240v shore power.
Electronics / Navigation
Multi-function speed and depth
GME VHF
Raymarine 2000 autopilot
Suunto compass
GME VHF
Raymarine 2000 autopilot
Suunto compass
Sail Inventory
Dacron mainsail in boom bag.
Furling genoa.
Furling genoa.
Mast / Rigging
Aluminium mast and boom.
All lines led back to cockpit
All lines led back to cockpit
Deck Gear
Tiller steering
Lewmar self-tailing primaries
2 x Lewmar halyard winches (one self-tailing)
Seat across stern
Lewmar self-tailing primaries
2 x Lewmar halyard winches (one self-tailing)
Seat across stern
CONTACT DETAILS
Dealer
Boat Sales Tasmania
Telephone
Address
Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania
Marieville Esplanade, Sandy Bay
Hobart TAS Australia
Marieville Esplanade, Sandy Bay
Hobart TAS Australia
Website
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