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Ericson 30 2
Designer: Bruce King  ·  Builder: Ericson Yachts (Usa)  ·  First built: 1977
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About the Ericson 30 2

With limited documentation available, the Ericson 30 2 represents one of the lesser-known models from Ericson Yachts' distinguished lineup of cruising sailboats. Following in the tradition of the original Ericson 30, this design likely incorporated the brand's characteristic emphasis on comfortable coastal cruising and solid construction quality that made Ericson a respected name among recreational sailors. Based on the Ericson design philosophy of the era, this 30-footer would have been engineered as a capable coastal cruiser suitable for weekend sailing and extended cruising along familiar coastlines. The boat likely featured the brand's typical attention to interior comfort and practical deck layout that made their vessels popular among couples and small families seeking reliable performance without sacrificing livability. Ericson's reputation was built on creating boats that balanced sailing performance with cruising amenities, and the 30 2 would have embodied this approach. While detailed specifications remain elusive, the model presumably offered the kind of predictable handling and seaworthy characteristics that defined the Ericson brand during its active years in American sailboat manufacturing.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 29.96 ft / 9.13 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.37 ft / 7.73 m
Beam 10.42 ft / 3.18 m
Max Draft 5.80 ft / 1.77 m
Displacement 8,990.00 lb / 4,078 kg
Ballast 4,000.00 lb / 1,814 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Bruce King
Builder Ericson Yachts (USA)
First Built 1977
Last Built 1979
Number Built 45
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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
44.49
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
245.78
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. 5.66 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 16.78
J (Foretriangle Base) 13.25 ft / 4.04 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 452.00 ft² / 41.99 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 245.78
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