The Malo 42 Sailboat
Specs & Key Performance Indicators

The Malo 42 was built in two versions: a cutter and a fractional sloop. The cutter has a self-tacking staysail and a larger genoa, while the sloop has a single headsail and a taller mast. Both versions have the same hull, keel and rudder design.

The Malo 42 has a spacious and comfortable interior, with high-quality mahogany joinery and ample storage space. The standard layout offers a large aft cabin with a double berth and an ensuite head, a forward cabin with a V-berth and a separate head, and a saloon with a U-shaped settee and a drop-leaf table. The galley is located on the port side, opposite the navigation station. There is also a large cockpit locker and a lazarette for storing gear

The Malo 42 was also available with an alternative layout that features two aft cabins instead of one, each with a double berth and a shared head. This option reduces the size of the cockpit locker and the lazarette, but increases the sleeping capacity to six.

The Malo 42 is a heavy displacement cruising boat that offers excellent performance, stability and comfort in various sea conditions. It is easy to handle by a small crew or even single-handed, thanks to its well-balanced sail plan, self-tacking staysail (for the cutter version), and efficient deck layout. It has a moderate beam and a long waterline that provide good speed and directional stability. It also has a high ballast ratio that gives it good stiffness and righting moment. It can sail close to the wind and tack quickly, as well as run downwind with ease. It is responsive to the helm and has good manoeuvrability under power.

According to YachtWorld, the average asking price for a used Malo 42 in 2021 was £245,000 (about $330,000). However, this may vary depending on the year, condition, equipment and location of the boat.

Yes, Malö Yachts is still in business and based in Kungsviken, Sweden. It was founded in 1939 by Harry Olsson and has been producing high-quality sailing yachts ever since. It is part of Sweden Yachts Group, which also includes CR Yachts and Regina af Vindö.

Leif Ängermark, the designer of the Malo 42, has also created other models for Malö Yachts, such as the Malo 40, the Malo 45 and the Malo 50. He has also designed boats for other brands, such as Hallberg-Rassy, Najad, Sweden Yachts and CR Yachts.