X-Yachts X-342 Sailboats for Sale

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull Type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Fractional Sloop

LOA

33.5' · 10.21 m

Disp.

9,200 lbs · 4,173 kg

First year

1988

The X342 emerged in 1988 as a pivotal model for the Danish shipyard, representing a sophisticated evolution from the pure racing pedigree of the X79 and X99 toward a more refined cruiserracer identity. Designed by Niels Jeppesen, the X342 was conceived to replace the aging X102, offering a more modern hull shape and an interior that did not compromise on comfort. With approximately 105 hulls produced during its sixyear production run ending in 1994, it remains a soughtafter vessel for sailors who prioritize structural rigidity and "XYachts" responsiveness. The boat was built during an era when XYachts began standardizing their signature galvanized steel hull girder, a feature that distributes mast and keel loads effectively, ensuring the hull remains stiff even under high rig tension.