Melges 30


The Melges 30 is a 31.83ft fractional sloop designed by Reichel/Pugh and built in carbon fiber or composite by Melges Performance Sailboats between 1996 and 1999.

18 units have been built.

The Melges 30 is an ultralight sailboat which is a very high performer. It is very stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a racing boat. The fuel capacity is originally very small.

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Main features


Model Melges 30
Length 31.83 ft
Beam 9.83 ft
Draft 4 ft
Country United states (North America)
Estimated price $ 0 ??

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Ratios


Sail area / displ. 32.41
Ballast / displ. 42.11 %
Displ. / length 73.28
Comfort ratio 9.48
Capsize 2.52

Hull


Hull type Monohull lifting keel
Construction Carbon fiber or composite
Waterline length 28.50 ft
Maximum draft 7 ft
Displacement 3800 lbs
Ballast 1600 lbs
Hull speed 7.15 knots

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Rigging


Rigging Fractional Sloop
Sail area (100%) 492 sq.ft
Air draft 0 ft ??
Sail area fore 197.28 sq.ft
Sail area main 294.51 sq.ft
I 36.91 ft
J 10.69 ft
P 38.05 ft
E 15.48 ft

Engine


Nb engines 1
Total power 18 HP
Fuel capacity 8 gals

Accommodations


Water capacity 0 gals
Headroom 0 ft
Nb of cabins 0
Nb of berths 0
Nb heads 0

Builder data


Builder Melges Performance Sailboats
Designer Reichel/Pugh
First built 1996
Last built 1999
Number built 18

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