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Etap 30Cq

Designer: Marc-Oliver V. Ahlen  ·  Builder: Etap Yachting  ·  First built: 2009
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About the Etap 30Cq

Belgian boatbuilder Etap carved out a distinctive niche in the sailing world with their innovative unsinkable yacht designs, and the 30Cq represents a compelling entry in their cruising lineup. This mid-sized cruiser embodies Etap's signature approach to recreational sailing, prioritizing safety and ease of handling for weekend sailors and coastal cruising enthusiasts. The 30Cq showcases Etap's renowned foam-filled hull construction, which eliminates the possibility of sinking even in the event of catastrophic hull damage. This engineering philosophy appeals particularly to families and cruising sailors who value peace of mind over racing performance. The boat's moderate proportions make it well-suited for coastal exploration and island-hopping adventures, while remaining manageable for couples or small crews. Etap's reputation for building solid, seaworthy vessels that prioritize comfort and safety over pure speed continues with this model. The 30Cq typically features a practical interior layout optimized for weekend getaways and extended coastal cruising. While not designed for serious offshore passages or competitive racing, this yacht excels in its intended role as a reliable, user-friendly cruiser that allows sailors to explore their local waters with confidence and comfort.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 29.46 ft / 8.98 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 27.72 ft / 8.45 m
Beam 11.02 ft / 3.36 m
Max Draft 5.77 ft / 1.76 m
Displacement 8,157.00 lb / 3,700 kg
Ballast 2,579.00 lb / 1,170 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 439.17 ft² / 40.80 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG w/polyurethane foam sand.
Designer Marc-Oliver v. Ahlen
Builder Etap Yachting
First Built 2009
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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
17.4
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
18.27
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
2.19
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. 7.06
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. 1.0
How It Compares

vs. Arcadia 30 Jeanneau, Deltania 28 S, Etap 28S, First 30 Beneteau Mauric, Sun Dream 28 Jeanneau

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Dimensions
LOA
Etap 30Cq ★
29.5 ft
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
29.5 ft
Deltania 28 S
29.5 ft
Etap 28S
29.5 ft
First 30 Beneteau Mauric
29.4 ft
Sun Dream 28 Jeanneau
29.5 ft
LWL
Etap 30Cq ★
27.7 ft
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
24.4 ft
Deltania 28 S
Etap 28S
27.7 ft
First 30 Beneteau Mauric
25.4 ft
Sun Dream 28 Jeanneau
24.6 ft
Beam
Etap 30Cq ★
11.0 ft
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
10.3 ft
Deltania 28 S
9.5 ft
Etap 28S
11.0 ft
First 30 Beneteau Mauric
9.4 ft
Sun Dream 28 Jeanneau
10.6 ft
Displacement
Etap 30Cq ★
8 lbs
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
6 lbs
Deltania 28 S
6 lbs
Etap 28S
8 lbs
First 30 Beneteau Mauric
7 lbs
Sun Dream 28 Jeanneau
5 lbs
Ballast
Etap 30Cq ★
2 lbs
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
2 lbs
Deltania 28 S
2 lbs
Etap 28S
2 lbs
First 30 Beneteau Mauric
3 lbs
Sun Dream 28 Jeanneau
2 lbs
Sail Area
Etap 30Cq ★
439 sq ft
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
378 sq ft
Deltania 28 S
419 sq ft
Etap 28S
First 30 Beneteau Mauric
Sun Dream 28 Jeanneau
370 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Etap 30Cq ★
17.4
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
18.0
Deltania 28 S
20.0
Etap 28S
First 30 Beneteau Mauric
Sun Dream 28 Jeanneau
18.1
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Etap 30Cq ★
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
43.5 %
Deltania 28 S
Etap 28S
31.6 %
First 30 Beneteau Mauric
49.3 %
Sun Dream 28 Jeanneau
40.9 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Etap 30Cq ★
18.3
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
16.4
Deltania 28 S
17.9
Etap 28S
First 30 Beneteau Mauric
Sun Dream 28 Jeanneau
15.2
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Etap 30Cq ★
2.19
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
2.26
Deltania 28 S
Etap 28S
First 30 Beneteau Mauric
Sun Dream 28 Jeanneau
2.34
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Etap 30Cq ★
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
188
Deltania 28 S
174
Etap 28S
170
First 30 Beneteau Mauric
206
Sun Dream 28 Jeanneau
178
Hull Speed
Etap 30Cq ★
7.1 kts
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
6.6 kts
Deltania 28 S
6.7 kts
Etap 28S
First 30 Beneteau Mauric
Sun Dream 28 Jeanneau
6.6 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Etap 30Cq ★
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
3.0
Deltania 28 S
Etap 28S
First 30 Beneteau Mauric
Sun Dream 28 Jeanneau
3.1
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