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MORGAN 45 (CATALINA) Detailed Review

If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of MORGAN 45 (CATALINA). Built by Catalina Yachts and designed by Nelson Marek, the boat was first built in 1991. It has a hull type of Fin w/rudder on partial skeg and LOA is 13.79. Its sail area/displacement ratio 15.33. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by undefined, runs on Diesel.

MORGAN 45 (CATALINA) has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about MORGAN 45 (CATALINA) and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.

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Boat specifications, sail boat calculation, rig and sail specs, auxillary power tank, contributions, who designed the morgan 45 (catalina).

MORGAN 45 (CATALINA) was designed by Nelson Marek.

Who builds MORGAN 45 (CATALINA)?

MORGAN 45 (CATALINA) is built by Catalina Yachts.

When was MORGAN 45 (CATALINA) first built?

MORGAN 45 (CATALINA) was first built in 1991.

How long is MORGAN 45 (CATALINA)?

MORGAN 45 (CATALINA) is 11.53 m in length.

What is mast height on MORGAN 45 (CATALINA)?

MORGAN 45 (CATALINA) has a mast height of 14.02 m.

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Morgan 45 catalina

The morgan 45 catalina is a 45.25ft masthead sloop designed by nelson marek and built in fiberglass by catalina yachts since 1991..

The Morgan 45 catalina is a moderate weight sailboat which is slightly under powered. It is reasonably stable / stiff and has a good righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a coastal cruiser.

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1995 Catalina Morgan 45

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Catalina Morgan 45 Center Cockpit

A Bluewater sailor or room live aboard

Large Enclosed Center Cockpit New engine Inspected and Upgraded Standing Rigging

Equipment: Engine

Total Power: 50 HP Engine 1: Engine Brand: Yanmar SN 08255 Engine Model: 4JH2E Engine Type: Inboard Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel Engine Hours: 4,893 Engine Power: 50 HP Engine 2: Engine Brand ;Yanmar Engine Model: 4JH2E Engine Hours: 70 - Engine is crated and will be ship to buyer location

Fresh Water Tanks: 4 (124 Gallons) Connected through a manifold beneath the cabin sole near the Nav Station

50 gal forward beneath the v-berth 24 gal port/main saloon beneath the settee 19 gal beneath the cabinetry in the galley 31 gal to port of the galley beneath the cabin sole Fuel Tanks: 1 (77 Gallons)

Holding Tanks: 2 (30 Gallons each)

Accommodations

Forward V-Berth sleeps 2 Dinette sleeps 1 Settee sleeps 1 Aft stateroom queen bed sleeps 2 Forward head with sink sprayer shower Aft stateroom has head with tub/shower enclosure Galley

Corian type counter tops

Stainless steel deep galley sinks near centerline

SeaFrost Tradewinds 12v refrigeration compartment system (new 2012) with remote panel. Refrigerator

opens at top and front.

Vitrifrigo Freezer system (ne 2013)

Seaward Princess 2 burner propane stove model 2175 (new 2014) Kuuma 6 gal water heater (new 2016) 2 - aluminum (Propane bottles 10 gal each) - hoses and regulator new in 2017 located in a locker on the aft starboard deck Storage: cabinet space Beneath the sink; cabinet space beneath the galley counter; three drawers for towels; two lockers beneath the cabin sole; kitchen cabinets over the counter; space for either a microwave (not included) or additional storage bins behind the sink.

Rig and Sails

Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

Shoal draft and keel/cb versions available. Keel/cb version draft: 4.9’ - 7.42’. ‘Racing’ version: Disp.:2100 lbs. Tall Rig: I: 60.7’ J: 18.0’ P: 54.0’ E: 16.0’

In the used boat market, sometimes referred to as MORGAN 454, NELSON-MAREK 454, etc. Morgan model names in this size range are especially confusing and inconsistent. (This model was also advertised as the MORGAN 46, even though there was another of the same name, a cruising ketch, designed by Henry Scheel and also built by Morgan Yachts.)

This design was ‘recycled’ into a number of other models including a center cockpit version, MORGAN 43 (1985). After the demise of Morgan Yachts, a later, significantly modified version was built by Catalina Yachts.

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Folks, I've been looking for general info on the 45 center cockpit Morgan that was built by Catalina in the late 80's and early 90's. Can't seem to find much info on this particular model on the web. I noticed one for sale in Southern Cal on Yachtworld that looks interesting. I'm a newbie here so can't post the link, but it's in San Diego and is a 1992. My wife and I are looking for a center cockpit coastal cruiser that we could comfortably live aboard for extended periods and the pricing of this boat looks attractive. Anyone out there have opinions on this particular model? Known issues? Appreciate any feedback you might have. Links to info or history of model would be helpful as well.  

CC Morgan/Catalina 45 Hello,The one in San Diego needs help.I Looked at it...The 45 is a great comfortable live-aboard.I looked at several East and West Coast..Bought one last year,Like new condition,Two owners,1,000 hrs, genny,watermaker all the bells and whistles,I became interested in the 45 for myself after trying to catch one going down the Mexican coast in a Bavaria 42,Never did catch up till Cabo..I am going to sell mine...If interested let me know or anything else...DrDeYates.Brought mine up coast 25 ft. seas 40 knot breeze.,She handled just fine...And I deliver and work off shore....Lots of info on Internet.Catalina still has the mold and will build a new one for $550,000.i will sell you mine for 1/4 that....  

drdeyates said: Hello,The one in San Diego needs help.I Looked at it...The 45 is a great comfortable live-aboard.I looked at several East and West Coast..Bought one last year,Like new condition,Two owners,1,000 hrs, genny,watermaker all the bells and whistles,I became interested in the 45 for myself after trying to catch one going down the Mexican coast in a Bavaria 42,Never did catch up till Cabo..I am going to sell mine...If interested let me know or anything else...DrDeYates.Brought mine up coast 25 ft. seas 40 knot breeze.,She handled just fine...And I deliver and work off shore....Lots of info on Internet.Catalina still has the mold and will build a new one for $550,000.i will sell you mine for 1/4 that.... Click to expand...

Thanks for the reply. Out of curiousity, where is your boat located? If you know of the web site pointers for any info, I'd appreciate them. I've actually been able to find very little info on the web about this particular model other than the brochure and a few other bits.  

Catalina/Morgan I googled everthing i.e. morgan 45 catalina 45 etc..My Yacht is in the San Francisco Bay Area...DrDeYates...I Just Made the Decision to Sell her Today...  

Drdeyates Is your morgan 45 still available for sale? Thank you Crownvic55  

1991 Morgan 45 Yes,have not tried to sell but if you are interested let me know..Drdeyates..  

drdeyates Yes I am interested and would like any informtion you can provide. Crownvic55  

My email is: [email protected]  

Good evening Drdeyates, I too looked at a Morgan 45. I found it a most enjoyable boat to sit in and walk around. How does she sail? I am looking for a boat that I will mainly use in Puget Sound and the Inside Passage. However, I am considering a sabbatical year that would allow me to do a Mexico, Hawaii, Alaska, and Northwest trip. Like so many people I want to be able to do it all. If I wanted to go further south or open ocean I do not want to be limited. Is this boat up to this. What upgrades have you added? What do you not like about your boat? I would like to purchase a boat by this time next summer. The Morgan 45 is on my working list but information is hard to come by. Thanks for your time and info. Greg  

Morgan 45 I've also looked at the "Lady Di" in San Diego. I agree she needs work. She has a new engine, but was not excited when I saw her up close. There is also a Morgan 45 in Tacoma which is in great condition and has a bow thruster. It is a bit pricy for my wallet. You might want to consider it. Kent  

Was there anything specifically wrong with Lady Di, or just in tired shape? The pictures probably don't show what a well trained eye can see. Looks like a good deal on the web, but I think I found it under three different boat brokers, which told me something.  

It appears to be listed under at leat 8 brokers, if not more by now. There were signs of leaks above the water line with no clear source. The owner seems motivated to sell her, but I was not willing to take on the unknowns even at $112K  

Lady Di Thanks. Interesting. Leaks above the water line with no indication of origin. My initial though would be standing rigging, but that (I suppose) could also include a bad deck core? It's hard to find a lot of info about the Catalina Morgan 45s, or many that are available, on line. Guess they're a scarce commodity. Thanks again.  

Some of the leaks might be from the hull to deck joint, hatches and some rigging. I would sure appreciate more info from the Morgan community on the early 90's vintage 45. I think this is the boat I want... but cannot find any comments good or bad.  

Morgan 45 I thought about leaks from portholes after I replied yesterday...didn't think about deck joints. Portholes or rigging could be fixed without much trouble (I say that like mine has gone so smoothly) as long as there isn't any sustained damage, but deck joints are something I know nothing about. I can't even find a diagram of what type of keel the 45s have. I'm an east coaster, and there's a Cat-Morgan for sale at a boat yard in Annapolis. I'll be up there next month for the sailboat show, and I'll try and check it out. I don't think it's a 45 as the header on the listing says...it says 44 once you get on it's website, and there seems to be a lot more than a foot of difference int he 45s and 44s.  

If I were considering a Morgan 45, I would also seriously consider a Gulfstar, a Tayana 42, or a Catalina 42. The Tayana is a super boat and I believe they are very undervalued. The C42 has a very passionate following and you will find them everywhere including a very large owners group. Gulfstars are flat out built like tanks, though depending on whether it was made on a Monday or Friday may make a big difference in the boat. On teh cheaper side, you could consider an old Irwin too... but tehy are really hit-miss, with some of tehm junk and some of them really undervalued. Be very cautious about blisters on the Irwins. I am not negative on the Morgan 45's. I have been on a couple. It just happened the ones I was on were rode hard and put up wet and it turned me off of them a bit. I am sure there are super examples too... I just have never seen one - and boats like the Tayana and C42's are better values. These are my opinions only and not those as a Tech editor. Brian  

Thanks, Brian. I've been trying to narrow the searches to mid 1990s or so, and around 45 feet. I've checked out some of the Tayanas on line, as well as Gulfstars. Look like good boats (I've read more about the Tayanas over the last few years, but not a whole lot), but many are 80s vintage and/or in the 42 range. But it's OK...I'm still a few years from moving on board and heading south for a couple of years exploring the Caribe and Central America with the wife. Her three requirements: A separate shower area with at least a bench so she can shave her legs easier, 47 feet long (45 will be OK...she won't notice), and not a fixer upper. Agree on the Irwins. Ted seemed to do things on the cheaper side, although they have a strong following among the owners of 38s and Mark IIs that I've met. I have a Citation which is a good basic boat for the Chesapeake bay, but it is everything the reviews say about it is true. When you get a good blow of 12 or 15 knots, you wish it felt more solid. It's a light boat, so days with 6 to 8 knots aren't wasted days like the heavier ones. It's just a day sailor for us. Thanks, again. Any advice on boats you have is greatly appreciated. Sounds like you have a lot of experience.  

2Sheets2TheWind said: Thanks, Brian. I've been trying to narrow the searches to mid 1990s or so, and around 45 feet. I've checked out some of the Tayanas on line, as well as Gulfstars. Look like good boats (I've read more about the Tayanas over the last few years, but not a whole lot), but many are 80s vintage and/or in the 42 range. But it's OK...I'm still a few years from moving on board and heading south for a couple of years exploring the Caribe and Central America with the wife. Her three requirements: A separate shower area with at least a bench so she can shave her legs easier, 47 feet long (45 will be OK...she won't notice), and not a fixer upper. Agree on the Irwins. Ted seemed to do things on the cheaper side, although they have a strong following among the owners of 38s and Mark IIs that I've met. I have a Citation which is a good basic boat for the Chesapeake bay, but it is everything the reviews say about it is true. When you get a good blow of 12 or 15 knots, you wish it felt more solid. It's a light boat, so days with 6 to 8 knots aren't wasted days like the heavier ones. It's just a day sailor for us. Thanks, again. Any advice on boats you have is greatly appreciated. Sounds like you have a lot of experience. Click to expand...

Truckee Sailor We are looking at a Morgan 45 cc to purchase, early 90's, and would love feedback on performance and how she sails off shore. We also looked at Tayanas and love those boats as well, but not sure how they sail to wind with their weight and a cutaway keel. Some of the seasoned sailors we talk to say make sure we can sail off a lee shore and head to wind. Any comments from anyone familiar with these boats would be greatly appreciated. We are looking for a live aboard to take to Mexico and beyond.  

DrDeYates DrDeYates, we also keep a boat on San Francisco Bay. I was reading your previous posts about your Morgan 45. We would love to talk to you about your experience with your Morgan 45 on the Bay. Please e-mail us at [email protected] . Do you still have your boat? Thank you.  

Regarding Lady Di I own "Lady Di" and wanted to address the comments made. RE: Undetectable leaks above the water line - There are NONE. I had this boat in for bottom paint a year ago and everything was checked. There were no reports of any leaks by the trained eyes of San Diego Shipyard. You are welcome to visit and I will give you a hose to put water where you like to try to disprove what I am saying. Regarding the use of multiple brokers: Exposure, plain and simple. In these times of fewer buyers, yacht brokers are natrualy going to sell what they have listed first if they can. I don't fault them, they are trying to make a living and 10% is better than 5% commission. I had the boat listed exclusively at first and the boat was not show that often. Open listings provide more potential buyers and have nothing to do with if there is anything wrong with the boat.  

oceannester Drdeyates... Pretty quiet since May of 2010. Did you sell your Morgan 45? In the market.  

oceannester It's an interesting market out there these days. Far less inventory when the market is down and the "miracle" deals are few and far between. In the $100-$125,000.00 range in a 42'-46' class sailing vessel, we've looked at about eveything available on the West Coast and you can really count the options as far as good value, performance and price on 2 fingers. -Art  

Interesting market... Oceannester you are partially correct. The inventory for boats in the 45-51 foot category for the low 100's has gone done over the last few years, but the "features" of the boats on the market have gone up. Boats in the 42 foot class have seriously dropped in price though, like regularly less than $90k.. I suspect the opportunity to purchase a C42 at heavily discounted prices is cutting into the potential buyers of Lady Di.  

Has anyone seen or heard of a Morgan sailing boat with a racing frame called the Sterling?  

Looking for 95/96 wing keel w/ bow thruster.  

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