1978 Albin Ballad 30
LOA
9.07m (29.8ft)
Beam
2.90m (9.5ft)
Displacement
3,400kg (7,496lbs)
Year
1978–1984
Manufacturer
Albin
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 9.07 m | 29.8 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 7.32 m | 24.0 ft |
| Beam | 2.90 m | 9.5 ft |
| Draft | 1.45 m | 4.8 ft |
| Mast Height | 12.00 m | 39.4 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,400 kg | 7,496 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,450 kg | 3,197 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 38.5 m² | 414 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 12 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 45 L | 11.9 gal |
| Water Capacity | 60 L | 15.9 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Rolf Magnusson | |
| Country of Origin | Sweden | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.30
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
42.7%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.77 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
20.6
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1978 Albin Ballad 30
The Albin Ballad is a Swedish classic that proved herself as a capable offshore racer-cruiser. Thousands were built and she remains a popular choice for budget bluewater sailing.