Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsCatalina 24byChris-Craftis a compactmotor yachtwith afiberglass and plastic hull. With a 26 ft LOA and an 8 ft beam, it is powered by a single Mercury outboard and carries practical fuel and water capacities. Presented by Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales.
Selecting a Catalina 24
Choose Catalina 24if you want a straightforward platform fromChris-Craftwith single‑engine simplicity and gas/petrol convenience. Its 26 ft length and 8 ft beam make it manageable, while the 117-gallon fuel capacity and 14-gallon water capacity support day trips. As amotor yachtbuilt on afiberglass and plastic hull, it aligns with owners prioritizing easy upkeep and reliable outboard performance.
Features of the Model
- LOA: 26 ft (8.18 m)
- Beam: 8 ft (2.59 m)
- Power: 1 x Mercury Outboard
- Fuel: Gas/Petrol
- Fuel capacity: 117 gal
- Water capacity: 14 gal
- Hull: fiberglass and plastic hull
- Deck: Fiberglass
Technical Specifications
- Builder: Chris-Craft
- Model: Catalina 24
- Category: motor yacht
- Hull material/category: fiberglass and plastic hull
- LOA: 26 ft (8.18 m)
- Beam: 8 ft (2.59 m)
- Engine: 1 x Mercury, Outboard
- Fuel type: Gas/Petrol
- Fuel capacity: 117 gal
- Water capacity: 14 gal
- Deck material: Fiberglass
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, availability, and brokerage guidance on Catalina 24byChris-Craft, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will help you evaluate options and proceed with inspection and purchase arrangements.
Questions and Answers
Q: What type of boat is the Catalina 24? A: It is amotor yachtfromChris-Craftbuilt on afiberglass and plastic hull.
Q: What are the key dimensions of the model? A: The LOAis 26 ft (8.18 m) and thebeamis 8 ft (2.59 m).
Q: What engine powers the boat and what fuel does it use? A: A single Mercuryoutboardpowers the boat, running onGas/Petrol.
Q: What are the onboard capacities? A: Fuel capacityis 117 gallons, andwater capacityis 14 gallons.
Q: How do I buy or list a Catalina 24with Shestakov Yacht Sales? A: Reach out toAndrey Shestakovat Shestakov Yacht Sales for brokerage assistance onCatalina 24byChris-Craft.
Owner Experience Review
Introduced by Chris-Craftat FLIBS 2021 and appearing in 2022–present model years, theCatalina 24has earned praise as a safe, straightforward dayboat for families that can also handle near‑coast fishing and weekend leisure. Expert reviews call handling a major strength: the deep‑V cuts through chop, the ride is smooth and relatively dry, and turns are predictable. With typical single 250–300 hp outboards, it planes quickly and settles into an easy cruise in the mid‑20s to low‑30s mph. A Sarasota sea trial on September 13, 2022 reported Seakeeper Ride reducing roll by 48% and pitch by 64%, clearly improving stability underway.
On board, the layout supports social time and practical use. A bow lounge with a removable table and convertible seating suits family cruising and sandbar days, while the enclosed console head and ample under‑seat/locker storage make day or short overnight use viable. Ergonomics earn consistent nods: the reversible helm seat, fold‑away aft bench, a clean walkthrough, and accessible helm controls let owners shift from entertaining to watersports staging or inshore fishing; rod holders and in‑floor fishboxes add real utility.
Ownership considerations are straightforward. A single outboard—press photos and trials commonly show a Mercury Verado 300—is widely serviceable through dealer networks. Chris-Craftlists a multi‑year Protection Plan alongside hull/structural coverage, which brokers/spec sheets cite as reducing warranty risk. Seakeeper Ride (Ride 450) is standard/available on theCatalina 24and improves ride quality, but it is an added electromechanical system that requires manufacturer/specialist servicing. Forum threads for the Verado series note occasional service bulletins and steering/power‑steering items; dealer diagnostics and scheduled Verado maintenance are the common recommendations. Given the model’s recent debut, long‑term owner reports are still limited.
Pros and Cons
- Notably stable, smooth ride; deep‑V handling is a strength and Seakeeper Ride sea‑trialed with 48% roll and 64% pitch elimination.
- Flexible, social layout with bow lounge, removable table, convertible/reversible seating, fold‑away aft bench, and an enclosed head.
- Versatile for family day trips, sandbar/watersports, and near‑coast fishing with rod holders and in‑floor fishboxes; quick planing and trailerable for many owners.
- Seakeeper Ride adds an electromechanical system that requires manufacturer/specialist servicing.
- Typical Mercury Verado power is broadly supported but forums note occasional service bulletins and steering/power‑steering items, making dealer diagnostics and scheduled maintenance important.
- Long‑term owner feedback remains limited given the FLIBS 2021 debut and 2022–present production window.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 24 | 26' 0" (8.18 m) | 8' 0" (2.59 m) | - | - | - |
| Dory | 22' 0" (6.71 m) | 8' 0" (2.44 m) | 9' 10" (3 m) | - | - |
| Launch 32 | 34' 0" (10.44 m) | 10' 0" (3.10 m) | 6' 3" (1.92 m) – 10' 8" (3.25 m) | - | - |
| 381 Catalina | 38' 0" (11.58 m) | 14' 0" (4.27 m) | 9' 10" (3 m) | 17 kn / 24 kn | - |
| CATALINA 34 | 34' 0" (10.44 m) | 10' 0" (3.30 m) | 6' 0" (1.83 m) – 9' 7" (2.92 m) | - | - |
| 34 Catalina | 34' 0" (10.44 m) | 10' 0" (3.30 m) | 6' 0" (1.83 m) – 9' 7" (2.92 m) | - | - |
| Corsair 25 | 25' 0" (7.62 m) | 8' 0" (2.59 m) | 9' 7" (2.92 m) – 9' 10" (3 m) | - | - |
| Dory Skiff | 22' 0" (6.71 m) | 8' 0" (2.44 m) | 6' 7" (2 m) | 18 kn / 22 kn | - |
| 26 Continental | 26' 0" (7.92 m) | 8' 0" (2.44 m) | - | - | - |
| cadet | 22' 0" (6.71 m) | - | - | - | - |
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