Freeman 42 LR Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): 42'0"
- Beam: 11'9"
- Dry Weight: 14,500 lbs (17,500 lbs ready-to-fish)
- Engine: Quad outboards, up to 1,600 HP
- Fuel Capacity: 800 gallons
- Draft: 24"
- Hull Type: Vented Hull catamaran — hand-laid biaxial/triaxial fiberglass, vinylester resin, closed-cell core
Cover Features
- Fabric Options: 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric or premium Sunbrella acrylic
- Coverage Type: T-Top cover wraps hull below hardtop; hardtop remains exposed
- Construction: Reinforced stitching, hem cord at rubrail, adjustable tie-down straps
- Durability: Solution-dyed fabric (5-7 years); Sunbrella acrylic (8-10 years)
- Fit: Custom-fitted to 42'0" Freeman 42 LR specifications
- Protection: UV-resistant, water-repellent, weatherproof
Additional information
Choose Your Cover Fabric
7 oz. Polyester — Our entry-level marine cover fabric, woven from 100% polyester fiber at a 7 oz. per linear yard weight. This lighter option keeps the cover manageable for solo handling while still delivering reliable protection against sun, rain, and debris. Backed by a 3-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black.
9 oz. Polyester — Step up to our heavy-duty polyester, engineered at 9 oz. per linear yard for boats that face tougher conditions or extended outdoor storage. The denser weave adds an extra layer of defense against abrasion and weather without adding unnecessary bulk. Protected by a 5-year fabric warranty. Ships in Navy or Black.
Sunbrella® — For boaters who want the best, our Sunbrella covers use 100% solution-dyed acrylic — the same fabric trusted by marine professionals worldwide. Naturally resistant to fading, mold, and water damage, Sunbrella holds its color and integrity season after season. Covered by a 6-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black, Smoke, or Marine Blue.
Both polyester options feature solution-dyed construction, where pigment is infused into each fiber during production rather than applied to the surface afterward. This process locks color deep into the material, preventing any dye transfer to your boat’s gel coat or finish. The result is a cover that stays vibrant without bleeding or rubbing off. Our polyester is also designed to breathe — it allows moisture trapped underneath to vent out naturally, reducing the risk of mildew and keeping your boat dry. The fabric holds its form without sagging or stretching over time, stays lightweight enough for one person to handle, and stands up to prolonged UV exposure and harsh marine weather.
*The warranty periods above are provided by the fabric manufacturer and cover the material itself. For details on what’s included in the warranty for your completed cover, please see our warranty page.
7 oz. Polyester — Our entry-level marine cover fabric, woven from 100% polyester fiber at a 7 oz. per linear yard weight. This lighter option keeps the cover manageable for solo handling while still delivering reliable protection against sun, rain, and debris. Backed by a 3-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black.
9 oz. Polyester — Step up to our heavy-duty polyester, engineered at 9 oz. per linear yard for boats that face tougher conditions or extended outdoor storage. The denser weave adds an extra layer of defense against abrasion and weather without adding unnecessary bulk. Protected by a 5-year fabric warranty. Ships in Navy or Black.
Sunbrella® — For boaters who want the best, our Sunbrella covers use 100% solution-dyed acrylic — the same fabric trusted by marine professionals worldwide. Naturally resistant to fading, mold, and water damage, Sunbrella holds its color and integrity season after season. Covered by a 6-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black, Smoke, or Marine Blue.
Both polyester options feature solution-dyed construction, where pigment is infused into each fiber during production rather than applied to the surface afterward. This process locks color deep into the material, preventing any dye transfer to your boat’s gel coat or finish. The result is a cover that stays vibrant without bleeding or rubbing off. Our polyester is also designed to breathe — it allows moisture trapped underneath to vent out naturally, reducing the risk of mildew and keeping your boat dry. The fabric holds its form without sagging or stretching over time, stays lightweight enough for one person to handle, and stands up to prolonged UV exposure and harsh marine weather.
*The warranty periods above are provided by the fabric manufacturer and cover the material itself. For details on what’s included in the warranty for your completed cover, please see our warranty page.
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Install
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Freeman 42 LR T-Top cover is available in 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric as the standard option, with a premium Sunbrella acrylic upgrade available. The 9oz fabric provides 5-7 years of UV-resistant, water-repellent protection, while the Sunbrella option extends that to 8-10 years of fade-proof performance. Both fabrics are solution-dyed for maximum color retention under constant offshore exposure.
Yes. The Freeman 42 LR T-Top cover is pattern-cut with reinforced cutouts that wrap around the T-Top support legs, allowing the cover to drape from the hardtop down over the hull while the white fiberglass hardtop roof remains fully exposed on top. The cover is designed specifically for the 42 LR's Long Range catamaran hull geometry and T-Top configuration.
Installation takes under 5 minutes and can be done solo. Drape the cover over the bow and pull it back toward the stern, fitting the reinforced cutouts around the T-Top legs. Pull the adjustable straps across the 11'9" beam and buckle them at the rubrail. The hem cord along the bottom edge secures the cover snugly against the Freeman 42 LR's catamaran hull lines. No tools required.
No — please remove the cover before towing your Freeman 42 LR. Our covers are not designed to be trailered: towing with the cover on can cause severe damage to the cover and voids the warranty. The cover is designed for storage only — on a trailer, boat lift, dry stack, or jet dock — and comes off in minutes at the ramp.
Yes. The cover creates a complete barrier over the Freeman 42 LR's helm console, multi-display electronics arrays, double-row helm seating, and premium cockpit upholstery. It blocks UV rays, rain, salt spray, bird droppings, and airborne debris — essential protection for the extensive electronics packages typical on long-range offshore platforms.
Your Freeman 42 LR cover is backed by our manufacturer's warranty for the original purchaser. Materials and workmanship — stitching, straps, buckles, zippers, and other hardware — are covered for 1 year from the purchase date. Fabric is covered for 3 years on 7oz, 5 years on black or navy 9oz, and 6 years on Sunbrella. Covered defects are repaired or replaced after you contact us for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. The warranty does not cover improper use, accident or negligence, unauthorized modifications, improper care, mold or mildew, incorrectly placed orders, theft or loss, or acts of God — and traveling with the cover on or using it in the water voids the warranty. See our Warranty page for full details.
The cover is water-resistant with a durable water-repellent (DWR) finish that causes rain and spray to bead and roll off. It is intentionally breathable rather than fully waterproof — this prevents mildew and mold growth underneath the cover, which is critical for a boat that may sit covered on a lift between offshore expeditions.
Yes. The Freeman 42 LR T-Top cover is designed to fit all standard production years of the Freeman 42 LR equipped with a factory T-Top. Since Freeman custom-builds every hull, minor variations may exist, but the cover's adjustable strap system accommodates these differences while maintaining a snug, custom fit.
The Freeman 42 LR cover is available in 9oz solution-dyed polyester in Navy or Black, 7oz polyester in Black, or premium Sunbrella acrylic in Marine Blue, Black, or Smoke. Choose your fabric and color in the order options above.
Shipping is a $30 flat rate per cover within the continental United States. Because every cover is custom-made to order, please allow 1–3 weeks for your Freeman 42 LR cover to be made and shipped — you'll receive tracking information as soon as it leaves our facility.
⏱️ Current lead time: 1–3 weeks — every cover is custom-made for your boat.
Questions about fit? Call (561) 677-2628
Questions about fit? Call (561) 677-2628
Freeman 42 LR T-Top Boat Cover — Long-Range Protection for Long-Range Fishing
The Freeman 42 LR is a 42-foot Long Range catamaran center console with an 11’9″ beam, 14,500-pound dry weight, and up to 1,600 horsepower from four outboards driving the Vented Hull catamaran design at sustained 45-mph cruising speeds. Built by hand at Freeman Boatworks in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, the 42 LR carries 800 gallons of fuel for an estimated range exceeding 700 miles — enough to make the Bahamas and back without a fuel stop. With a 1,200-quart coffin box, 110-gallon transom livewell system, and 500-quart below-deck fish boxes, this is a boat built for multi-day bluewater expeditions. A custom-fitted T-Top cover from Perfect Fit protects the Freeman 42 LR’s hand-laid catamaran hull and custom interior, keeping center console boat covers working for every dollar of the investment underneath.
Tailored to the 42 LR’s Quad-Engine Long-Range Layout
This T-Top cover is pattern-cut to the Freeman 42 LR’s exact dimensions — draping from the hardtop frame down over the center console, the double-row helm seating, the massive 1,200-quart coffin box, and the quad-engine transom before tucking beneath the rubrail with a reinforced hem cord. The cover accounts for the 42 LR’s catamaran-specific hull geometry and the wider stance demanded by the twin-hull tunnel design. Installation takes under five minutes solo — drape from bow to stern, strap across the 11’9″ beam, and buckle at the rubrail. Remove the cover before towing — it’s designed for storage, not highway travel. For Freeman’s next step up in the offshore lineup, see the Freeman 43 T-Top cover.
Protection That Matches a Six-Figure Investment
Freeman doesn’t cut corners — every hull is hand-laid with biaxial and triaxial fiberglass over vinylester resin and a closed-cell structural core in a 300,000-square-foot facility purpose-built for quality. The 42 LR represents one of the most capable offshore fishing platforms ever built, and the cover protecting it should match that commitment. Choose our 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric for 5–7 years of UV-resistant, water-repellent, mildew-resistant protection, or upgrade to premium Sunbrella acrylic for 8–10 years of fade-proof performance. Double-stitched seams and our warranty (1 year on materials and workmanship, plus 3–6 years on the fabric) come standard. The 42 LR shares its DNA with the mid-range Vented Hull models — see the Freeman 34 VH T-Top cover for the boat that proved the technology.