The Catana 431 arrived at the turn of the millennium as a definitive evolution of the high-performance cruising catamaran, succeeding the well-regarded Catana 411. Designed by Christophe Barreau, the 431 was engineered to balance the conflicting demands of blue-water payload capacity and exhilarating sailing speeds. Unlike many of its contemporaries that favored interior volume at the expense of aerodynamics and weight, the 431 utilized advanced construction techniques including vacuum-bagged infusion and Twaron (Kevlar) reinforcements in the hull laminates to ensure a rigid, light, and impact-resistant structure. This model represents a peak era for the French builder, often cited by long-distance voyagers for its ability to maintain high average speeds while offering a level of offshore security that fixed-keel "charter-style" catamarans often lack.
Catana 431 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Catana
- Model
- 431
- Builder
- Catana
- Designer
- Christophe Barreau
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1998 - 2003
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2025 | 1 | $339,000 |
| Apr 2025 | 1 | $400,000 |
| Jun 2025 | 1 | $290,000 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $412,197 |
| Aug 2025 | 2 | $347,500 |
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $300,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 5 | $345,000 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $282,904 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $423,974 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $403,200 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robertson and Caine 43 | 42.49' | $300,404 | 40 | 21 |
| Catana Catamarans 471 | 46.92' | $410,000 | 21 | 11 |
| Catana Catamarans 431 | $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 58 | 62.34' | $350,000 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $350,000 | 4 | 0 |
| Fiji | $345,000 | 2 | 0 |
| France | $407,698 | 2 | 1 |
| New Zealand | $242,670 | 2 | 0 |
| Australia | $282,904 | 1 | 1 |
| Spain | $341,534 | 1 | 0 |
| Greece | $423,974 | 1 | 1 |
| United States | $290,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Catana 431 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Catana 431 over the past 12 months is $347,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Catana 431 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 14 Catana 431 listings over the past 12 months, with 3 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Catana 431 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Catana 431 has increased by 16.03% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Catana 431?
- New Zealand currently has the lowest median asking price at $242,670, while Greece is the most expensive at $423,974 — a 75% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Catana 431?
- Comparable models include the Robertson and Caine 43, Catana Catamarans 471, Catana Catamarans 42. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.