Balance 442

The Balance 442 is a sailing catamaran by Balance, built from 2016 to 2022.

Key figures: length overall 13.5 m, beam 7 m, draft 1.1 m, light displacement about 9 t, upwind sail area about 115 m², 2 × 40 HP, 3 cabins.

About the Balance 442

At 13.5 m the Balance 442 offers the space many owners want for long-term cruising or living aboard, while still being manageable by an experienced couple. Her beam of 7 m is typical for a cruising catamaran of this length.

Balance Catamarans builds performance cruising catamarans designed by Anton du Toit in South Africa.

Buying a used Balance 442

• Check whether any builder’s warranty can be transferred to you.
• Compare equipment lists – solar, watermaker, generator and electronics make a big difference in price.
• Inspect both hulls, keels and rudders for grounding damage and check the bridgedeck for cracks.
• Always commission an independent survey with a haul-out – see our buying checklist.

Similar sailing catamarans

• Bali 4.4 – 13.49 m, beam 7.39 m
• Fountaine Pajot Elba 45 – 13.45 m, beam 7.4 m
• Nautitech 44 – 13.4 m, beam 7.3 m
• Balance 482 – 14.6 m, beam 7.6 m

Compare all models in our catamaran specs database A–Z.

Balance 442 for sale

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FAQ

Approximate values compiled by catamarket from published data. Figures vary by year, version and options – please check them against the builder’s documents or a survey. Spotted an error? Tell us.