Wrighton Yachts Blu30

Sailboat 29′ 6″ Since 1979

Overview

Builder
Wrighton Yachts
Model
Blu30
Type
Sailboat
Built
1979–1988
Designer
Richard Wrighton
Hull
Twin Keel
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
29′ 6″ (8.99 m)
Waterline length
26′ 7″ (8.11 m)
Beam
9′ 10″ (2.99 m)
Displacement
6,173 lb (2,800 kg)
Ballast
2,094 lb (950 kg)

Design ratios

Displacement / length
146

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

Ballast ratio
34%

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

Capsize screening
2.14

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.