1981 Ericson 30+
LOA
9.14m (30.0ft)
Beam
3.05m (10.0ft)
Displacement
4,082kg (8,999lbs)
Year
1981–1986
Manufacturer
Ericson
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 9.14 m | 30.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 7.62 m | 25.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.05 m | 10.0 ft |
| Draft | 1.52 m | 5.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 12.50 m | 41.0 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,082 kg | 8,999 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,678 kg | 3,699 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 39.7 m² | 427 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L | 15.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 76 L | 20.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Bruce King | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.79
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
41.1%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.76 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
21.8
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1981 Ericson 30+
The Ericson 30+ is a quality racer-cruiser from Bruce King with a fast and seakindly hull. Well-built in California with a focus on performance and comfortable cruising.