Designed by Charles Morgan and built from 1968 to 1971, this classic 30-footer represents solid early fiberglass construction from the pioneering days of production sailboats. With 320 hulls produced during its brief four-year run, the Morgan 30 established itself as a capable coastal cruiser that balanced traditional sailing characteristics with practical accommodations. The boat's deep 7.16-foot draft and substantial 4,500-pound ballast create excellent stability and windward performance, while the masthead sloop rig provides straightforward sail handling. The keel/centerboard configuration offers versatility, allowing access to shallow waters while maintaining the tracking ability of a full keel design. With a displacement of 10,500 pounds and moderate sail area, this design prioritizes seaworthiness over speed. The Morgan 30's comfort ratio of 32.37 indicates a motion that favors stability over quick response to waves, making extended passages more pleasant for the crew. Its capsize screening value of 1.69 falls well within accepted limits for offshore sailing, though the boat is best suited for coastal cruising and protected water adventures. The spade rudder configuration provides responsive steering, while the fiberglass construction offers durability that has allowed many examples to remain active decades after production ended.
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What is the Morgan 30's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Morgan 30 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 15.64. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Morgan 30's comfort ratio?
The Morgan 30 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 32.37. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Morgan 30 safe for offshore sailing?
The Morgan 30 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.69. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Morgan 30?
The theoretical hull speed of the Morgan 30 is 6.59 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Morgan 30 weigh?
The Morgan 30 has a displacement of 10,500.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 29.92 ft.
How much does a used Morgan 30 cost?
Based on 2 recent market listings, used Morgan 30 sailboats typically sell for between $7,000 and $9,900, with a median asking price of $8,450. Price varies significantly based on year, condition, location, and included equipment.
Who designed the Morgan 30?
The Morgan 30 was designed by Charles Morgan, first built in 1968.