Chris Craft's entry into the sailboat market during the 1970s produced several notable designs, including this 30-foot cruiser that reflected the builder's traditional emphasis on quality construction and thoughtful layouts. While Chris Craft was primarily known for their powerboats, their sailing vessels carried forward the company's reputation for solid fiberglass work and attention to detail. This moderate-displacement cruiser was designed with coastal sailing and weekend cruising in mind, offering a comfortable balance between performance and livability. The boat features a traditional masthead sloop rig and a practical cockpit layout that makes it suitable for both family sailing and casual racing. Her beam and interior volume provide adequate space for extended cruising, while maintaining reasonable sailing characteristics in a variety of conditions. The Capri 30 represents Chris Craft's understanding that many sailors wanted a well-built boat that could handle both day sailing and longer coastal passages without requiring racing-oriented handling skills. Her moderate proportions and stable sailing characteristics make her particularly appealing to sailors transitioning from smaller boats or those seeking a reliable platform for exploring protected waters and nearby cruising grounds.
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What is the Capri 30 Chris Craft's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Capri 30 Chris Craft has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 14.73. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Capri 30 Chris Craft's comfort ratio?
The Capri 30 Chris Craft has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 33.33. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Capri 30 Chris Craft safe for offshore sailing?
The Capri 30 Chris Craft has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.7. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Capri 30 Chris Craft?
The theoretical hull speed of the Capri 30 Chris Craft is 6.7 knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Capri 30 Chris Craft weigh?
The Capri 30 Chris Craft has a displacement of 11,740.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 30.00 ft.
Who designed the Capri 30 Chris Craft?
The Capri 30 Chris Craft was designed by Sparkman & Stephens, first built in 1964.