1997 Dufour 30 Classic
LOA
9.15m (30.0ft)
Beam
3.10m (10.2ft)
Displacement
3,800kg (8,378lbs)
Year
1997–2003
Manufacturer
Dufour
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 9.15 m | 30.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 7.80 m | 25.6 ft |
| Beam | 3.10 m | 10.2 ft |
| Draft | 1.60 m | 5.2 ft |
| Mast Height | 12.50 m | 41.0 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,800 kg | 8,378 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,400 kg | 3,086 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 40.0 m² | 431 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 13.2 gal |
| Water Capacity | 90 L | 23.8 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Umberto Felci | |
| Country of Origin | France | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
16.69
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
36.8%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.80 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
19.2
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 1997 Dufour 30 Classic
The Dufour 30 Classic is a stylish French cruiser with a comfortable interior and good sailing manners. A solid choice for Mediterranean coastal cruising and weekending.