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Formosa 30
Designer: Alden  ·  Builder: Formosa Boat Building Co. Ltd.  ·  First built: 1972
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About the Formosa 30

Built during Taiwan's golden era of fiberglass boat construction, this traditionally-styled cruiser emerged from the Formosa Boat Building Company's commitment to creating affordable yet seaworthy vessels for the growing recreational sailing market. The design reflects classic cruising proportions with a moderate beam and traditional lines that prioritize comfort and stability over pure performance. Like other vessels in the Formosa fleet, this model gained recognition for solid construction standards and practical layouts that appeal to coastal cruisers and weekend sailors. The boat's reputation centers on its reliability and straightforward systems, making it particularly attractive to sailors seeking a dependable platform without excessive complexity. The design emphasizes cruising comfort with accommodations that maximize livability in the available space. Its moderate displacement characteristics suggest good load-carrying ability for extended cruising, while the traditional underbody design provides predictable handling in various conditions. The boat's construction quality and timeless styling have helped many examples maintain their value over the decades. For sailors prioritizing seaworthiness and proven design over cutting-edge performance, this represents the practical cruising philosophy that made Formosa yachts popular choices among budget-conscious cruisers throughout the 1970s and 1980s.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 29.58 ft / 9.02 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.00 ft / 7.62 m
Beam 10.50 ft / 3.20 m
Max Draft 3.50 ft / 1.07 m
Displacement 10,800.00 lb / 4,899 kg
Ballast 4,000.00 lb / 1,814 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Ketch
Construction FG
Designer Alden
Builder Formosa Boat Building Co. Ltd.
First Built 1972
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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
37.04
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
308.57
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. 5.62 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 15.90
P (Mainsail Luff) 484.00 ft² / 44.97 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo or Perkins
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 25
Fuel Capacity 40 gals / 151 L
Water Capacity 40 gals / 151 L
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