36' Catalina 36 MkII Cruisers

Saloon

The main hatch, for example, is generously wide at 740mm.�  Having said this, the boat is easier to move around down below than many others, so inclusive design is a good design. Thereâ��s a second table for two to starboard and a locker with a sliding cover on the starboard side of the main bulkhead, perfect for a small flat-screen TV. Headroom below averages out around 1.86m, though on this MkII it is reduced slightly under the main hatch to 1.83m, exactly where you donâ��t want it to. Doubtless, the exterior stylists demanded a flush external coachroof, The headlining is a solid, unlined Gelcoat surface for low maintenance and economy of manufacture. The sole is plywood coated with a hardwearing teak effect plastic laminate for similar reasons. Both look neat, tidy but far from sumptuous.

The large-sized chart table is tucked away to Starboard with a stool, which neatly swivels back underneath when not in use. It�s set athwartships and there is no backrest. There�s a reasonably deep stowage area for charts under the table, though much space for mounting modern instruments such as large screen plotters above it.

Designed for athwartships sleeping, this is a palatial cabin for a 36ft boat. The further aft you go, the shorter the berths get, (though it�s a reasonable 6ft 1in at its worst). This boat came as standard with lovely springy fitted mattresses 120mm thick rather than the more usual blocks of upholstered foam. There�s a decent-sized Lewmar opening port under the cockpit seating to let light in and panicked shouts to the helmsman out and a non-opening port in the topsides to make this a fairly bright space.

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The head is of a reasonable size and they can be accessed from the saloon or as an ensuite from the forecabin. The shower is a sit down job, using a pull out showerhead/sink tap. . Twin opening ports allow a decent throughflow to rid the area of condensation after a hot shower.

The worktop space is surprisingly large for a boat of this size, which with its dual tables and seating for eight makes entertaining look like one of Catalina�s clear design parameters. This is reinforced by the deep fridge/freezer and durable Corian-type preparation surfaces. The use of space in the galley area is clever with a hanging organiser for crockery. The sinks drain to a deep part of the hull for rapid emptying.

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Passing the keel-stepped mast you enter the fairly conventional vee berth fore-cabin.�  the same amply supportive mattresses as the aft cabin. There are some neat touches, such as fold-out shoe storage lockers. There is a padded plywood berth infill section for those that want and a decent-sized locker beneath the berths where Derek stashes Katieâ��s cruising chute.

The wide cockpit felt palatial with three and felt like it would cope with six underway. Other than that, the cockpit has not required significant aftermarket expenditure. The genoa primaries, for example, a perky pair of 48 self-tailers, are properly proportioned for the job at hand. T The 1.02m (40in) wheel is a generous size for the boat, enabling the helmsman to steer perched on a comfortably angled coaming.

This is amply proportioned for sunbathers with a secure square pattern non-slip finish and a substantial toe rail moulded in for sailors. An anchor that docks neatly on the stemhead without affording a trip hazard thanks to Catalinaâ��s thoughtful provision of a moulded hump for the anchor locker lid that ensures clearance for the shanks or chains of most anchors. Electric windlass foot controls are mounted under the lid too, to help prevent involuntary pressing.� 

These are amply wide for safe passage forward and there is plenty to hold onto on the way with the forward and aft lower shrouds. The genoa tracks, like all the other deck hardware, go the extra mile on robustness, There are additional tracks on the toe rail aft.

This is a simple masthead affair with single spreaders set square and fore and aft lowers. Bronze bottle screws come with stainless steel covers, which are always worth taking a look underneath as they trap salt. All mast lines are led aft. The C-36 in the USA was specified with two heights of rig, the larger one for racing fleets in light wind areas.

The Leisurefurl boom makes this boat easy to get out and go

This Catalina is a suitably powered boat with her 35hp Universal M35-B, driving a conventional two bladed prop.�  I found her to be well mannered with a significant kick to port when given a burst of astern, but controllable reversing was attainable with more care on the throttle. In flat water she seemed happiest cruising at 6.7kn and 2000rpm. Engine access is very good with a large removable lid and L-shaped panel to port behind the companionway ladder.

• LOA 9.66m 31ft 8in
• LWL 8.69m 28ft 6in
• Beam 3.39m 11ft 2in
• Draught (shoal/deep) 1.30m/1.80m 4ft 3in/5ft 10in
• Displacement 4,052kg 8,933lb
• Ballast 1,295kg 2,849lb
• Sail Area 47.4mÃ?² 510ftÃ?²
• Fuel 130ltr 29gal
• Water 130ltr 29gal (+160ltr option) (+35gal option)
• Berths 4-6
• Engine 21hp Yanmar 3YM20
• RCD category B-Offshore
• Designers Finot-Conq and Assoc/Nauta interiors

Rockna spare anchor

Danforth on bow with chain

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