In Brief
The Valiant 42 is a 1992 evolution of Bob Perry’s groundbreaking Valiant 40 design. The boat was sold as a low volume semi-custom boat.
The original Valiant 40 hull mold was used in conjunction with a redesigned deck mold which offered more options in the interior layout. The traditional Valiant 40 layout with its offset companionway was now complemented by a center entry option with further options of a large queen berth up front or a pullman style double-berth offset to port. The rig was been updated sporting a two foot bowsprit along with some tweaks to the keel.
The Valiant 42 ceased in 2011 due to an economic downturn. For a full breakdown and history check out the Valiant 40 article.
Specifications
LOA: 42’ 0″
LWL: 34’ 6″
Beam: 12’ 9″
Draft Standard: 6’ 0″
Draft Shoal: 5′ 6″
Ballast: 9,500 lbs.
Displacement: 24,600 lbs.
Sail area: 849 sq. ft.
Fuel: 77 US.gal
Water: 88 US.gal
Designer: Robert H. Perry
Year Introduced: 1992 (Valiant 40, 1973)
Year Ended: 2011
Similar Boats
Valiant 40
Pacific Seacraft 40
Fast Passage 39
Valiant Esprit 37 / Valiant 39
Pacific Seacraft Crealock 37
Tartan 40
Passport 40
Links and References
» Valiant Yachts, official site, Valiant 42
» Valiant Owners Association, information, photos, records, and more
