Designed by renowned naval architect Angus Primrose and built by Trident Marine in the UK beginning in 1978, this 30-footer represents classic British cruising yacht design philosophy. The Voyager 30 embodies traditional seaworthy characteristics with its long keel configuration and transom-hung rudder, providing excellent directional stability and forgiving handling in challenging conditions. With a displacement of 8,600 pounds and 3,000 pounds of ballast, this masthead sloop offers substantial stability for coastal and offshore cruising. The generous beam of 10 feet creates comfortable interior volume, while the moderate draft of 4 feet allows access to shallow harbors and anchorages. Her comfort ratio of 24.01 indicates a motion that's well-suited for extended passages, though the relatively low SA/displacement ratio of 13.46 suggests performance leans toward comfortable cruising rather than spirited sailing. The fiberglass construction and conservative design make this an excellent choice for sailors seeking a reliable, seaworthy vessel for coastal exploration and light offshore work. Primrose's reputation for creating wholesome, dependable designs shines through in this practical cruiser that prioritizes safety and comfort over racing performance. Her hull speed of 6.53 knots and capsize screening value of 1.96 reflect her inherently stable nature.
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What is the Voyager 30 Primrose's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Voyager 30 Primrose has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 13.46. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Voyager 30 Primrose's comfort ratio?
The Voyager 30 Primrose has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 24.01. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Voyager 30 Primrose safe for offshore sailing?
The Voyager 30 Primrose has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.96. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Voyager 30 Primrose?
The theoretical hull speed of the Voyager 30 Primrose is 6.53 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Voyager 30 Primrose weigh?
The Voyager 30 Primrose has a displacement of 8,600.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 30.50 ft.
Who designed the Voyager 30 Primrose?
The Voyager 30 Primrose was designed by Angus Primrose, first built in 1978.