Catalina 27 Fixed Keel Dimensions on Trailer

[Darrell Tuttle]

Hi,In a mad dash prior to retirement, I have decided to purchase a Catalina 27 and also to build a garage/pole barn that will among other things, store the boat and trailer.I am soon to make arrangements for the building, but I want to be sure that the boat will fit (I'm still looking for the boat). My main questions are 1) What will the overall length of the boat/mast/trailer be? and 2) How high is the highest point? (How high will the door need to be?).Thanks in advance,Darrell

 

[Dan B]

On my trailer...

On my Easy Loader Trailer, with the mast strapped down, It is easily 13 foot. For peace of mind I would plan on a 15 foot tall door. That being said the boat sits high on the trailer compared to trailers that are more "cradle" like.I do not use my C 27 as a trailer sailor I just have the trailer so I can pull it home if I ever need to.Dan BC 27 Dinnette Std Rig1973 #653 OB

 

[Dan B]

On my trailer...

On my Easy Loader Trailer, with the mast strapped down, It is easily 13 foot. For peace of mind I would plan on a 15 foot tall door. That being said the boat sits high on the trailer compared to trailers that are more "cradle" like.I do not use my C 27 as a trailer sailor I just have the trailer so I can pull it home if I ever need to.Dan BC 27 Dinnette Std Rig1973 #653 OB

 

[Darrell Tuttle]

Re: On my trailer...

Thanks DanI also posted this question to our local sailing club (Rocky Fork Sailing Club) and the consensus there also seems to be for a 15 foot door.My main reason for trailering will be to get the boat near my workshop and will make winter upgrades and maintenance easier.Thanks again,Darrell

 

[Dan B]

A Photo

Here's a photo(or should be)of my C27 on a trailer. Notice the distance fromn keel to ground that could affect height a lot.