Dufour 310 Grand Large vs 2016 Dehler 30 OD — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Dufour 310 Grand Large | 2016 Dehler 30 OD |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Dehler |
| Year | 2015–2020 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Felci Yacht Design | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.43 m (30.9 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.45 m (27.7 ft) | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.13 m (10.3 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,150 kg (9,149 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,230 kg (2,712 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 40.0 m² (431 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 35 L (9.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Dufour 310 Grand Large and 2016 Dehler 30 OD represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Dufour 310 Grand Large is a modern design by Dufour from France, while the 2016 Dehler 30 OD is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The Dufour 310 Grand Large was penned by Felci Yacht Design. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Dufour 310 Grand Large measures 9.43m (30.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.13m, compared to the 2016 Dehler 30 OD at 9.45m (31.0ft) with a 2.98m beam. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD is 0.02m longer than the Dufour 310 Grand Large. The Dufour 310 Grand Large displaces approximately 12% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Dufour 310 Grand Large has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.74 and 40.0 m² of sail area. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD, with an SA/D of 19.54 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Dufour 310 Grand Large offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.6% for the Dufour 310 Grand Large and 36.5% for the 2016 Dehler 30 OD, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Dufour 310 Grand Large provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 120L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L water and 35L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Dufour 310 Grand Large is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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