- Builder
- Whisstock
- Model
- Selestra 42
- Monohull +1
- Length
- 42 ft
- Built in
- United Kingdom (England)
General
BuilderWhisstock
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom (England)
Boat TypeMonohull, Antique and Classic
CategorySail
Hull TypeMonohull
Hull ModifierSoft chine, V-sections
Hull MaterialAluminum
Vessel DesignerWhisstock
Accommodation
LayoutLayout 1
Guest Limit4
Number of Cabins2
Double Bed2
Total Berths4
Dry Head1
Total Heads1
Engines
Standard · 1× Perkins 4.108
Drive TypeDirect Drive
Engines1
Horsepower per Engine45 HP
Fuel TypeDiesel
Measurements
Overall Length42 ft
Waterline Length37 ft
Beam12.6 ft
Standard Draft6.6 ft
Displacement Weight26,455.5 lb
Fuel Tank Capacity160 gal
Fresh Water Tank180 gal
Black Water Tank75 gal
Rigging
Main Sail473.6 sq ft
Figures are for the current generation unless marked otherwise. Where a specification differs by generation or engine package, it is shown for the relevant version.
What Is a Whisstock Selestra 42?
Whisstock Selestra 42 is a classic British bluewater cruising monohull designed for long-range offshore sailing, featuring a heavy displacement round-bilge hull, spacious cruising interior, and robust construction suited for comfortable ocean passages and liveaboard use.
Whisstock Selestra 42 Exterior
Whisstock Selestra 42 Interior
Whisstock Selestra 42 Deck Layout
Frequently Asked Questions
The current generation of the Whisstock Selestra 42 measures 42 ft overall, with a beam of 12.6 ft.
Top and cruising speed depend on the engine package and load. Check the engines tab in the specifications above and the individual listings for the figures of each hull.
New hulls are priced by the builder and its dealers and include the current generation's equipment. Used hulls are priced by their owners and reflect age, hours, condition, and upgrades since delivery.