J42

9 / 242 - score 79%

The J42 is a 42.0ft masthead sloop designed by Johnstone and built in fiberglass by J Boats between 1999 and 2005.

35 units have been built.

The J42 is a moderate weight sailboat which is a reasonably good performer. It is stable / stiff and has a good righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a coastal cruiser. The fuel capacity is originally small. There is a good water supply range.

This boat has a good score and ranks in the top quarter. It is an excellent choice.

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Main features 84%

Model	J42
Length	42 ft
Beam	12.20 ft (84%)	the closest to 12.01 ft
Draft	6.60 ft
Country	United states (North America)
Estimated price	$ 0		??

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Ratios 73%

Sail area / displ.	17.40
Ballast / displ.	35.53 %
Displ. / length	203.37
Comfort ratio	29.28 (73%)	the closest to 28.50
Capsize	1.81

Hull 80%

Hull type	Monohull fin keel with bulb and spade rudder
Construction	Fiberglass
Waterline length	35.10 ft (80%)	the closest to 34.45 ft
Maximum draft	6.60 ft
Displacement	19700 lbs
Ballast	7000 lbs
Hull speed	7.94 knots

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Rigging

Rigging	Masthead Sloop
Sail area (100%)	790 sq.ft
Air draft	0 ft	??
Sail area fore	371.18 sq.ft
Sail area main	418.50 sq.ft
I	50.50 ft
J	14.70 ft
P	46.50 ft
E	18 ft

Engine

Nb engines	1
Total power	67 HP
Fuel capacity	31 gals

Accommodations

Water capacity	100 gals
Headroom	0 ft
Nb of cabins	0
Nb of berths	0
Nb heads	0

Builder data

Builder	J Boats
Designer	Johnstone
First built	1999
Last built	2005
Number built	35

J42