Amphibian 30

Sailboat 29′ 10″ Since 1981

Overview

Model
Amphibian 30
Type
Sailboat
Built
1981 on
Designer
Nelson/Marek
Hull
Fin w/spade rudder
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
29′ 10″ (9.08 m)
Waterline length
24′ 6″ (7.47 m)
Beam
10′ 2″ (3.11 m)
Displacement
6,500 lb (2,948 kg)
Ballast
2,500 lb (1,134 kg)

Sails and rig

Sail area
465 sq ft (43.2 m²)
I (foretriangle height)
42′ (12.80 m)
J (foretriangle base)
11′ 9″ (3.58 m)
P (mainsail luff)
36′ 6″ (11.13 m)
E (mainsail foot)
11′ 1″ (3.38 m)

Design ratios

Sail area / displacement
21.4

Power from the sails for the boat's weight. Under 16 is modest, 16–20 a typical cruiser, over 20 lively.

Displacement / length
197

How heavy the boat is for its waterline. Under 200 is light, 200–300 moderate, over 300 heavy.

Ballast ratio
38%

Share of the weight that is ballast. Higher generally means stiffer in a breeze.

Capsize screening
2.19

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Construction
FG

Data from Mauri Pro Sailboat Data. Check details with the builder before relying on them.