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Members Must Log In](/user/register) [ ![Boat History Report Banner Ad](/sites/default/files/images/2020-09/boathistoryreportbanner.jpg) ](https://boathistoryreport.com/?utm_source=BoatTEST&utm_medium=testsNew&utm_campaign=affiliate) ## Brief Summary The 342 is the entry-level boat in Baja’s “luxury performance” series, and it’s a good place to start for anyone new to- or moving-up in performance boating. ## Test Results | RPM | MPH | Knots | GPH | MPG | NMPG | SM | NM | dBa | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | 650 | 5.5 | 4.8 | 3 | 1.83 | 1.59 | 371 | 323 | 67 | | 1000 | 8 | 7 | 4.8 | 1.67 | 1.45 | 371 | 293 | 67 | | 1500 | 11.1 | 9.6 | 7 | 1.58 | 1.37 | 229 | 278 | 108 | | 2000 | 16 | 13.9 | 13.4 | 1.19 | 1.04 | 318 | 210 | 106 | | 2500 | 31.4 | 27.3 | 15.8 | 1.99 | 1.73 | 368 | 350 | 104 | | 3000 | 42 | 36.5 | 22.6 | 1.86 | 1.61 | 376 | 327 | 86 | | 3500 | 50.1 | 43.6 | 27.6 | 1.82 | 1.58 | 402 | 320 | 77 | | 4000 | 57.5 | 50 | 36.6 | 1.57 | 1.37 | 242 | 277 | 76 | | 4500 | 65.1 | 56.6 | 57.6 | 1.13 | 0.98 | 338 | 199 | 68 | | 5000 | 70.1 | 61 | 66.4 | 1.06 | 0.92 | 214 | 186 | 108 | [View the test results in metric units](#) ![baja-342.jpg](/sites/default/files/images/boat-charts/baja-342.jpg) ## Specifications | Length Overall | 34' 2'' | |---|---| | Beam | 8' 6'' | | Dry Weight | 8,200 lbs. | | Draft | 3' 4'' | | Deadrise/Transom | 24 deg. | | Max Headroom | open | | Bridge Clearance | N/A | | Fuel Capacity | 185 gal. | | Water Capacity | 16 gal. | ## Acceleration Times & Conditions | Time to Plane | N/A | |---|---| | 0 to 30 | N/A | | Ratio | 1.5:1 | | Props | 14x28 | | Load | -fuel, -water, 4 persons on board, min. cruising gear | | Climate | Temp: 79F, Humid: 70%, Wind: 5-10 knots, Seas: 1-2 feet | ## Engine Options | Tested Engine | [2 x 415-hp MerCruiser 502 MPI (Bravo I)](http://www.boattest.com/engines-stern.aspx) | |---|---| | Std. Power | [2 x 375-hp MerCruiser Mag](http://www.mercmarine.com/) | | Opt. Power | 2x 425HP MerCruiser Mag HO 2x 525HP MerCruiser HP 525 EFI 2x 600HP MerCruiser HP 600 SCI | ## Warranty | Deck Warranty Extended | Limited Lifetime | |---|---| | Engine Warranty Extended | 2 years - Mercruiser or Volvo | | Gelcoat Warranty Extended | 1 year | | Hull Warranty Extended | Limited Lifetime | ## ezstandalone.cmd.push(function() { ezstandalone.showAds(103); });At 34’2” overall, the 342 is big enough to give you a smooth ride even at high speed. And when we say “high” we mean it…our out-of-the-box 342 hit a top-end speed of just over 70 mph which is plenty to rearrange everybody’s hairdo. Her traditional deep-V bottom tracks straight and true with no tendency to chine walk, and Baja continues to make its case against step bottoms by proving it with the sure-footed carving and handling of the 342. And thanks to the fuel economy of the Merc 502 EFI sterndrives, the 342 can run for nearly 400 miles at 42mph on a single stop at the fuel dock. Down below she has adult-size luxury accommodations for two, or four in a pinch. But the cabin—with its full galley and enclosed head—is also a pretty nice place to hang out while waiting for the rainstorm to pass by. All in all, the 342 represents a way to get into performance boating at a price point that won’t sink your boating budget. ezstandalone.cmd.push(function() { ezstandalone.showAds(104); }); --- ## Related Boats [ Review with Captain's Report ![](/sites/default/files/styles/500x375_max/public/Baja36Outlaw_Cropped.jpg?itok=kKmBbjgW) ](/boats/baja/36-outlaw-not-production) [High Performance Boats](/boats/high-performance-boats) ### [Baja 36 Outlaw (Not in Production)](/boats/baja/36-outlaw-not-production) 2 x 600-hp MerCruiser SC (Bravo I) [ Report with Video Review with Captain's Report ![](/sites/default/files/styles/500x375_max/public/Baja33Outlaw_Cropped.jpg?itok=4gTg67z0) ](/boats/baja/33-outlaw-not-production) [High Performance Boats](/boats/high-performance-boats) ### [Baja 33 Outlaw (Not in Production)](/boats/baja/33-outlaw-not-production) 2 x 425-hp MerCruiser 496 MAG HO [ Review with Captain's Report ![](/sites/default/files/styles/500x375_max/public/Baja302Performance_0.jpg?itok=UnVrz9JB) ](/boats/baja/302-performance-not-production) [High Performance Boats](/boats/high-performance-boats) ### [Baja 302 Performance (Not in Production)](/boats/baja/302-performance-not-production) 2 x 425-hp MerCruiser 496 MAG HO [ Report with Video Review with Captain's Report ![](/sites/default/files/styles/500x375_max/public/Baja38Special.jpg?itok=KAfIadbN) ](/boats/baja/38-special-not-production) [High Performance Boats](/boats/high-performance-boats) ### [Baja 38 Special (Not in Production)](/boats/baja/38-special-not-production) 2 x 425-hp MerCruiser 496 Mag HO Baja High Performance Boats,