Menger Cat 23 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Menger/Sweisguth·1990 – 2010·Menger Boatworks
Menger Cat 23 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Monohull · centerboard
Rig
Cat Rig
LOA
22.5' · 6.86 m
Disp.
6,500 lbs · 2,948 kg
First year
1990

The Menger Cat 23, later produced as the Thom Cat 23, stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of the traditional Cape Cod catboat. Designed by the fatherandson team of William and Andrew Menger, this 22'6" vessel is often described as a "big little boat," a reputation earned by its extraordinary 10foot beam. This width, nearly half the boat’s length, provides a level of stability and internal volume typically reserved for cruisers in the 30foot range. Originally built in Babylon, New York, the Menger Cat 23 was specifically engineered to navigate the shallow, shoaly waters of Long Island’s South Shore, utilizing a heavy centerboard design that allows for a draft of just over two feet with the board up. Following the closure of Menger Boatworks in 2004, the legacy and tooling were preserved by Thompson Boatworks, which continues to support the fleet and offer new builds under the Thom Cat name.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 34,450
Ask, not sold · 2 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
0
2 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
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Countries with listings
Global market

Recent Listings

1 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Menger Cat 23 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Menger Cat 23 over the past 12 months is $34,450. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Menger Cat 23 sailboats are for sale?+
2 have been tracked across the past 12 months.