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Currawong 30
Designer: Peter Joubert  ·  Builder: Seaway Yachts/G. Baker (Australia)  ·  First built: 1971
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About the Currawong 30

Designed by Peter Joubert and built by Seaway Yachts in Australia starting in 1971, this 30-footer represents solid Australian yacht design from the early 1970s. The Currawong 30 features a masthead sloop rig with a moderate sail area that balances performance with manageable handling for cruising sailors. With nearly half its displacement carried as ballast and a fin keel configuration, the boat offers good stability and sailing performance. The capsize screening formula of 1.91 indicates reasonable offshore capability, while the moderate beam and draft make it suitable for both coastal cruising and marina berthing. The hull's fin keel design with rudder on skeg provides a good compromise between performance and directional stability. The fiberglass construction ensures durability, and Peter Joubert's reputation for designing seaworthy yachts adds credibility to the design. This boat suits sailors seeking a capable coastal cruiser with occasional offshore potential. The SA/Displacement ratio suggests moderate performance that won't overwhelm less experienced sailors while still providing satisfying sailing in varied conditions. Australian-built boats from this era are generally well-regarded for their sturdy construction and practical layouts, making the Currawong 30 an interesting option for buyers seeking a vintage cruiser with proven design credentials.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 30.00 ft / 9.14 m
Beam 9.83 ft / 3.00 m
Max Draft 5.50 ft / 1.68 m
Displacement 8,792.00 lb / 3,988 kg
Ballast 4,050.00 lb / 1,837 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 378.00 ft² / 35.12 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Peter Joubert
Builder Seaway Yachts/G. Baker (AUSTRALIA)
First Built 1971
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
14.24
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
236.71
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
23.94
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 6.77 kn
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 5.37 pounds/inch
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