Catalina 545 vs 2013 Oyster 485 — Comparison
Catalina 545
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Catalina 545 | 2013 Oyster 485 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | Oyster |
| Year | 2014 | 2013–2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | United Kingdom |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 16.46 m (54.0 ft) | 14.85 m (48.7 ft) |
| LWL | 14.33 m (47.0 ft) | 12.70 m (41.7 ft) |
| Beam | 4.72 m (15.5 ft) | 4.38 m (14.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.18 m (7.2 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 18,144 kg (40,001 lbs) | 14,200 kg (31,306 lbs) |
| Ballast | 6,804 kg (15,000 lbs) | 5,400 kg (11,905 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 120.0 m² (1,292 ft²) | 98.0 m² (1,055 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 110 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 605 L (159.8 gal) | 550 L (145.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Catalina 545 and 2013 Oyster 485 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Catalina 545 is a modern design by Catalina from USA, while the 2013 Oyster 485 is a modern offering from Oyster from United Kingdom. The Catalina 545 was penned by Gerry Douglas. The 2013 Oyster 485 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the Catalina 545 measures 16.46m (54.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.72m, compared to the 2013 Oyster 485 at 14.85m (48.7ft) with a 4.38m beam. The Catalina 545 is 1.61m longer than the 2013 Oyster 485. The Catalina 545 displaces approximately 28% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Catalina 545 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.65 and 120.0 m² of sail area. The 2013 Oyster 485, with an SA/D of 16.98 and 98.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Catalina 545 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Catalina 545 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The 2013 Oyster 485 has a comfort ratio of 17.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.72. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the Catalina 545 and 38.0% for the 2013 Oyster 485, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Catalina 545 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 605L of water capacity and 340L of fuel. The 2013 Oyster 485 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 550L water and 300L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2013 Oyster 485 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The Catalina 545 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Catalina 545 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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