Designed by renowned naval architect Gary Mull in 1985, this rare 30-footer represents a focused approach to performance sailing with only five hulls ever built by Moore Sailboats. The fractional sloop rig and fin keel configuration clearly indicate racing intentions, while the relatively light 2,000-pound displacement and impressive sail area to displacement ratio of 47.08 confirm this boat's speed-oriented DNA. With a beam of 14 feet and draft of 6.5 feet, the Moore 30 offers good stability for spirited sailing, though the modest comfort ratio of 3.36 suggests accommodations were secondary to performance. The 800 pounds of ballast provide adequate righting moment for competitive sailing, while the hull speed of 6.87 knots indicates respectable theoretical performance potential. Given Gary Mull's reputation for designing successful racing yachts, this boat likely excels in club racing and coastal performance sailing rather than extended cruising. The fiberglass construction ensures durability, though prospective buyers should carefully evaluate any available hull given the extremely limited production run. The capsize screening formula of 4.45 suggests reasonable offshore capability for experienced sailors, making this an intriguing choice for those seeking a rare, performance-oriented coastal racer with occasional offshore potential.
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What is the Moore 30's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Moore 30 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 47.08. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Moore 30's comfort ratio?
The Moore 30 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 3.36. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Moore 30 safe for offshore sailing?
The Moore 30 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 4.45. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Moore 30?
The theoretical hull speed of the Moore 30 is 6.87 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Moore 30 weigh?
The Moore 30 has a displacement of 2,000.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 30.00 ft.
Who designed the Moore 30?
The Moore 30 was designed by Gary Mull, first built in 1985.