Baltic 42 "AZUL"This Baltic 42DP, built in Finland and launched in 1981, is now exclusively for sale with DBY Boat Sales.
The Baltic 42 (specifically the 42DP, designed by Doug Peterson is a renowned Finnish-built cruiser-racer from the late 1970s, through to the early 1980s, a high-quality construction, classic IOR styling, and excellent offshore performance. It balances competitive speed with comfortable, teak-finished accommodation, making it a desirable, and roomy, classic yacht.Key Aspects of the Baltic 42 (DP/Models): Design & Performance: Designed by Doug Peterson, these yachts were optimized for the IOR (International Offshore Rule) rating. They are known as stiff, well-balanced boats that handle heavy seas well.
Construction: Built in Finland with high standards, featuring strong hulls.
Interior & Layout:
Features a very comfortable and roomy aft stateroom with almost a full island bed walkaround, traditional layout with the forward large V berth area and 4 sea bunks in the salon section. Warm and cosy mahogany interior with teak and holly flooring throughout. A well-appointed galley designed with sea miles in mind is U shaped and of good size.
Racing/Cruising Balance: Often considered a "performance cruiser, " the 42 is capable of racing competitively, yet comfortable enough for extended, cruising. Layout: Two private cabins, single head layout plus 4 sea berth bunksThe Baltic 42 remains a strong contender for those seeking a classic, high-performance, well-built, and stylish cruiser.
Specifications:Designer : Doug PetersonBuilder : Baltic YachtsWater (Potable) Capacity (l) : 227Hull Construction Material : FibreglassHull Type : MonohullDeck Construction Material : Balsa cored GRPCountry Origin : FinlandLength (feet) : 42 feetLength (m) : 12.8 mLength Waterline (m) : 10.5 mBeam/Width (feet) : 13'3 feetBeam/Width (m) : 4.1 mDraft (m) : 2.4 mKeel/Ballast : 3655kgDry Weight (kgs) : 8350 kgsNumber of Helms : 1 x Wheel with rotary driveDisplacement : 8350Colour : BlueEngine Notes : Perkins 4108Number Of Engines : 1Stroke : 4Horse Power (hp) : 45Drive Type : Shaft with dripless sealEngine Room : Under companianway.Generator : NoNumber of Batteries : 1 engine crank, 2 x houseFuel Type : DieselNumber of Fuel Tanks : 1Fuel Tank Capacity (L) : 170Propeller : Seahawk slipstream folding propSteering System : Chain and cable to quadrantAccommodation Notes : 1 large island bed aft, 1 large V berth double forward, 4 single sea berths with lee clothsNumber of Berths : 8 (2 double plus 4 sea berths)Number of Showers : 1Shower Type : Flexible hose, hot and cold pressurisedNumber of Toilets : 1Toilet Type : Electric maceratorAir Conditioning : 12v fans thgroughoutHolding Tank (L) : NoGalley Notes : U shaped galley with plenty of storage and bench spaceStove : 4 burner gas plus ovenRefrigeration : 1Number of Freezers : 0Number of Sinks : Double stainless steelAnchor / Winch : 12v MaxwellBilge Pump : 1 x auto Rule 900gph plus 1 manualDeck Gear : Spinnaker pole, fenders, dock lines, Lewmar s/t 42ST winches 2 x Lewmar 65,2 x 60 ST Hutton winchesMast/Rigging : Aluminium mast and boom, stainless rod rigging. Standing rigging is approx 14 years oldSail Inventory : 6 sails, 1 Main, 1 x 30%Genoa, 1 x storm job, 1 x blade jib, 2 x symmetric spinnakersElectrics : 12v 200 AH Li-Fe batteryElectronics Navigation : Raymarine RLC70C chart plotterSafety Gear : EPIRB, Dan Bouy, fire extinguishers, fire blanket.Covers : Wheel and pedestal cover, boom bag coverGround Tackle : 70m x 8mm galvanised chain and 25kg Rocna anchorGPS : RaymarineHas Navigation Lights : YesRadio : Raymarine VHFRemarks : Inspections welcome.Vessel Name : AZULAnti-foul : January 2026
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Details
ManufacturerBaltic Yachts
Model42
Year (Build / Refit)1981
Length12.8m
Total Power45 hp
Beam4.1m
Specifications
Dimensions
Length12.8m
Max Draft2.4m
Beam4.1m
Hull
MaterialGRP
ShapeMonohull
Propulsion
Engine 1
Engine MakePerkins
Fuel TypeDiesel
Power45 hp
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