The Catana 40 holds a foundational place in the history of multihull design as the inaugural model that launched the Catana brand in 1984. Designed by the legendary Australian naval architect Lock Crowther, the vessel established the performance-oriented DNA that the shipyard maintains today: slender hulls, high bridgedeck clearance, and the use of daggerboards for superior windward ability. Built at the original facility in Cogolin, France, the model saw limited production—with approximately 11 to 16 units produced—but its impact on the blue-water cruising market was profound. It proved that a catamaran could be both a safe, long-range cruiser and a legitimate sailing machine capable of high double-digit speeds.
Catana 40 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Catana
- Model
- 40
- Builder
- Catana
- Designer
- Lock Crowther
- Number Built
- 16
- Production Year(s)
- 1984 - 1992
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $164,879 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $161,280 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catana Catamarans 471 | 46.92' | $410,000 | 21 | 11 |
| Nautitech 40 | 39.67' | $259,095 | 20 | 12 |
| Catana Catamarans 431 | 42.98' | $347,500 | 14 | 3 |
| Catana Catamarans 42 | 41.27' | $494,636 | 13 | 3 |
| Catana Catamarans 50 | 49.87' | $1,254,256 | 13 | 6 |
| Catana Catamarans 47 | 47' | $609,779 | 13 | 4 |
| Catana Ocean Class | 51.67' | $1,519,240 | 5 | 4 |
| Catana 53 | 53.08' | $1,968,601 | 4 | 2 |
| Catana 40 | $163,079 | 2 | 2 | |
| Catana 58 | 62.34' | $350,000 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| France | $163,079 | 2 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Catana 40 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Catana 40 over the past 12 months is $163,079. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Catana 40 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Catana 40 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Catana 40 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Catana 40 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Catana 40?
- Comparable models include the Catana Catamarans 471, Nautitech 40, Catana Catamarans 431. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.