Catalina 356

The Catalina 356, part of the new 6 Series, represents a fresh take on modern cruising sailboats, blending innovative design with traditional Catalina craftsmanship. With its sleek lines, spacious cockpit, and contemporary interior, the 356 offers enhanced performance and comfort for sailors of all experience levels. Notable features include a refined sail plan for improved handling, larger windows for natural light, and upgraded amenities for extended cruising. This model stays true to Catalina’s commitment to quality and value, making it a versatile choice for both coastal cruising and offshore adventures.

A few design features that distinguish the new 6 Series models include:

• New Selden mast and rigging featuring “LMP” sections for weight savings aloft, swept spreader design provides closer sheeting angles and easier passage of side decks. SMF and Selbus push button ready.
• New custom Catalina / Mars shoal draft lead keels with “Cruising Bulb” low drag form.
• New mainsheet system allows trimming from both port and starboard sides of cabin top.
• Multiaxial fiberglass for a stronger laminate and stiffer structure, including use of carbon fiber in select locations and assemblies.
• Larger Group 31 starting battery for added capacity and capability.
• New Sensar Marine Boat Monitor system as standard equipment.
• New diesel heating system options for extending the sailing season.
• Butler Explorer Pedestal by Edson for enhanced ergonomics.
• Wide, clear weather deck design with single shroud point for convenient foredeck access.

Standard Equipment

Construction

• Fiberglass Hull with a Full Structural Grid and
  Hull Liner Bonded to the Hull.
• Vinylester Resin Barrier Coat To Resist Osmotic
  Blistering.
• Fiberglass Deck Sandwich Cored with Bonded
  Full Fiberglass Headliner
• Deck Surfaces with Molded-in Diamond Pattern Non-skid
• Lead Fin Keel with 316 Stainless Steel Bolts
• Five Year Gel Coat Blister Protection* (2)
• Five Year Hull Structure Warranty* (3)
• Gelcoat Waterline, Tin Man Grey
• Custom Sheer Stripes

Spars & Rigging

• Furling Mainsail with Vertical Battens
• 135% Genoa, with UV Protection, White
• Complete Standing and Running Rigging
• Internal Low-Stretch Dacron Halyards
• PVC Wiring Conduit with Messenger in Mast
• Selden Mast & Boom Anodized Double
  Spreader Rig

Sail Handling & Equipment

• (2) Two-Speed Self Tailing Primary Winches
• (2) Two-Speed Self Tailing Mainsheet / Halyard Winches
• Mainsheet System
• Headsail Furling System, Selden Furlex
• Boom Vang, Rigid Adjustable Type
• Inboard Genoa Tracks
• (2) Ball Bearing Genoa Blocks on Cars

Propulsion, Steering & Controls

• Edson Pedestal Steering with 40″ S.S. Wheel Steering Brake
• Yanmar 30hp Diesel Engine, Heat Exchanger Cooled with Electrical Panel and Tachometer
• Bronze Propeller, Three Blade
• Sea Water Filter System for Engine CoolingLever Engine Controls
• Fuel Filter and Water Separator
• Binnacle lighted Compass
• Emergency Tiller System
• Bilge Blower
• Rudder with Stainless Steel Stock

Deck Hardware

• Comfortable Cockpit with Contoured Coamings
• Walk Through Stern with Helm Seat
• Telescopic Stern Boarding Ladder
• Double Lifelines with Gates Port and Starboard
• Mooring Cleats, Two Fore and Aft
• Midship Cleats Port & Starboard
• Large Double Anchor Rollerand Rode Storage
• Anchor Locker for Below Deck Chain and Rode Storage
• Stainless Steel Handrails on Cabin Top
• Stern Rail with Observation Seats
• LED Cockpit Light Boarding Area
• Anodized aluminum Toe Rail
• Watertight Collision Bulkhead with “Strike Zone”
  Below Waterline
• Molded In LP Gas Locker for up to (2) 10 lb Tanks

Interior

• Varnish Finish on Interior Teak & Maple
• Cabin Window Shades
• Inner-Spring Mattresses in Fore and Aft Berths
  with Custom Fitted Sheets
• Teak Veneer Bulkheads with Solid Teak Trim
• Cedar lined Hanging Lockers
• Chart Table with Storage Compartment
• Teak and Holly Textured High Pressure Laminate
  Sole
• Fabric Covered Interior Cushions
• Fixed Ports in Hullsides
• Deck Hatches with Screens
• Cabin-side Opening Ports with Screens
• L.E.D. Interior Lighting

Galley

• Refrigeration, DC Powered with Freezer, Front & Top Compartment
• Stainless Steel Double Sink, polished
• Single Lever Faucet with Pullout Sprayer
• Storage Cabinets in Galley
• Two Burner, Stainless Steel LPG Stove & Oven, with Auto Ignition
• Corian Countertops

Plumbing System

• Hot & Cold Pressure Water Distribution System
• Manual Bilge Pump
• Electric Bilge Pump with Float Switch
• Hot and Cold Shower on Stem
• Electric Macerating Marine Head with Holding
  Tank and Deck Outlet
• High Water Bilge Alarm
• Sensar Bilge Monitoring System

Electrical System

• Marine Multi-Bank Battery Charger
• Battery Condition Meter
• L.E.D. Anchor Light at Masthead
• 12 Volt LED Lighting Throughout
• 120 Volt AC Electric Panel
• 12 Volt DC Electric Panel
• 120 VAC Duplex Receptacles with USB
• 120 VAC Shore Power with Polarity indicators, ELCI breaker and galvanic isolator
• 12 VDC USB C outlets
• DC Electrical System with Two 4D Batteries, selector switch and circuit breakers
• (1) 120V 30 amp Shore Power Cord, 50ft
• Deck Flood Lights and Steaming Light on Mast
• Electric Anchor Windlass
• L.E.D. Navigation Lights to International Rules

Sailing Instruments

• Raymarine i70 MFD w/Transducer – OR – Garmin GMl-20 with Transducer or TD-50 with Transducer

Note
(1) All Prices and specifications are subject to change at any time including after receipt of the customers order, until final delivery to the customer.
*(2) Five year gel coat blister protection provided by Catalina Yachts Five Year Limited Warranty against below the waterline gel coat blistering, for precise terms, please refer to the Catalina Limited Warranty.
*(3) For precise terms of Catalina Yachts Five Year Hull Structure Limited Warranty please refer to Catalina Yachts Limited Warranty booklet.

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