The Morgan 45, produced by Catalina Yachts after its acquisition of the Morgan brand in 1984, represents a pivotal era where the "California style" of mass production met the "Florida style" of heavy-displacement cruising. Designed by Gerry Douglas, who headed Catalina’s design team, the Morgan 45 was envisioned as a dedicated long-range cruiser with a focus on liveaboard comfort. Unlike the earlier Morgan 45s designed by Nelson/Marek, which were geared toward racing performance, this iteration was built on the ethos of the Catalina Yachts Legacy: practicality, volume, and ease of handling. The model was largely built at the Morgan facility in Largo, Florida, benefiting from the specialized cruising knowledge of that yard while utilizing the standardized, reliable construction techniques that made Catalina a global leader.
Used Catalina Morgan 45 Sailboats for Sale

- Make
- Catalina
- Model
- Morgan 45
- Builder
- Catalina Yachts
- Designer
- Nelson Marek
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1991 - ??
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