Designed by renowned naval architect Carl Schumacher and built by Westerly Marine USA, this rare 30-footer represents a brief but notable chapter in American sailboat manufacturing. With only eight hulls produced between 1984 and 1985, the Capo 30 stands as an uncommon find in today's used boat market. Schumacher's design philosophy shines through in the boat's performance-oriented specifications. The fin keel with spade rudder configuration delivers responsive handling, while the masthead sloop rig provides versatile sail options for various conditions. With a sail area to displacement ratio of 20.49, this boat demonstrates spirited performance characteristics that will appeal to sailors seeking more excitement than typical cruising designs offer. The fiberglass construction and moderate displacement of 7,200 pounds, supported by 3,000 pounds of ballast, creates a stable platform suitable for coastal sailing and club racing. The low comfort ratio of 18.72 and capsize screening value of 2.14 indicate this design prioritizes performance over accommodations, making it ideal for day sailing, weekend trips, and competitive racing rather than extended cruising. The efficient 25-foot waterline length allows the boat to achieve its theoretical hull speed of 6.70 knots with relative ease.
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What is the Capo 30's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Capo 30 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 20.49. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Capo 30's comfort ratio?
The Capo 30 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 18.72. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Capo 30 safe for offshore sailing?
The Capo 30 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.14. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Capo 30?
The theoretical hull speed of the Capo 30 is 6.70 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Capo 30 weigh?
The Capo 30 has a displacement of 7,200.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 30.00 ft.
Who designed the Capo 30?
The Capo 30 was designed by Carl Schumacher, first built in 1984.