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Devo 30
Designer: Koos De Ridder  ·  Builder: Devo Marine (Ned)  ·  First built: 1987
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About the Devo 30

With limited technical specifications available in public records, the Devo 30 represents one of those intriguing sailboats that maintains a somewhat mysterious presence in the sailing community. This 30-foot vessel appears to have been designed with performance sailing in mind, likely targeting sailors who appreciate responsive handling and spirited sailing characteristics. Based on the naming convention and typical design philosophy of boats in this size range, the Devo 30 was probably conceived as a coastal cruiser with racing potential. The relatively compact 30-foot length suggests a boat that would excel in day sailing and weekend coastal adventures, while still offering enough interior space for short-term cruising accommodations. The scarcity of readily available specifications may indicate either limited production numbers or a boat that was perhaps ahead of its time in the market. For potential buyers researching this model, the challenge lies in finding detailed information about construction methods, sail plan, and interior layout. Those considering a Devo 30 would be wise to conduct thorough inspections and seek out existing owners who can provide firsthand insights into the boat's sailing characteristics, build quality, and overall performance capabilities in various conditions.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 29.69 ft / 9.05 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.59 ft / 7.80 m
Beam 9.84 ft / 3.00 m
Max Draft 5.64 ft / 1.72 m
Displacement 6,393.00 lb / 2,900 kg
Ballast 2,590.00 lb / 1,175 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction ALU
Designer Koos de Ridder
Builder Devo Marine (NED)
First Built 1987
Related Sailboats ["Olson 29" · "J30" · "X 302" · "First 29 Beneteau" · "Etap 30"]
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Performance Ratios
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
40.51
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
170.31
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. 5.4 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 25.11
P (Mainsail Luff) 539.00 ft² / 50.07 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Yanmar
Engine & Accommodations
Fuel Capacity 13 gals / 49 L
Water Capacity 26 gals / 98 L
How It Compares

vs. First 29 Beneteau, J30, X 302

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Dimensions
LOA
Devo 30 ★
29.7 ft
First 29 Beneteau
29.7 ft
J30
29.8 ft
X 302
29.8 ft
LWL
Devo 30 ★
25.6 ft
First 29 Beneteau
26.2 ft
J30
25.0 ft
X 302
26.4 ft
Beam
Devo 30 ★
9.8 ft
First 29 Beneteau
9.8 ft
J30
11.2 ft
X 302
9.8 ft
Displacement
Devo 30 ★
6 lbs
First 29 Beneteau
7 lbs
J30
7 lbs
X 302
7 lbs
Ballast
Devo 30 ★
2 lbs
First 29 Beneteau
2 lbs
J30
2 lbs
X 302
3 lbs
Sail Area
Devo 30 ★
First 29 Beneteau
388 sq ft
J30
444 sq ft
X 302
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Devo 30 ★
First 29 Beneteau
17.0
J30
19.5
X 302
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Devo 30 ★
40.5 %
First 29 Beneteau
J30
X 302
41.7 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Devo 30 ★
First 29 Beneteau
19.2
J30
16.4
X 302
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Devo 30 ★
First 29 Beneteau
2.04
J30
2.34
X 302
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Devo 30 ★
170
First 29 Beneteau
J30
X 302
191
Hull Speed
Devo 30 ★
First 29 Beneteau
6.9 kts
J30
6.7 kts
X 302
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Devo 30 ★
First 29 Beneteau
3.0
J30
3.0
X 302
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