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Frers 30
Designer: German Frers  ·  Builder: Carroll Marine  ·  First built: 1987
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About the Frers 30

Designed by renowned Argentine naval architect Germán Frers, this 30-foot sailboat represents the sophisticated design philosophy that has made the Frers name synonymous with elegant performance yachts. While detailed specifications remain limited, the boat carries the distinctive hallmarks of Frers' approach to yacht design, which typically emphasizes balanced sailing characteristics and refined aesthetics. Given Frers' reputation for creating versatile designs that excel in both cruising and competitive sailing, this 30-footer likely offers strong performance across a range of conditions. The designer's boats are known for their ability to combine comfortable cruising accommodations with the speed and handling characteristics needed for club racing or spirited day sailing. Frers designs typically feature moderate displacement hulls with fine entries and clean lines that deliver both speed and seaworthiness. This combination makes them well-suited for coastal cruising while maintaining enough performance potential for sailors who enjoy occasional racing or simply appreciate responsive handling under sail. The limited availability of detailed specifications suggests this may be a less common model in the Frers portfolio, potentially making it an intriguing find for sailors seeking the quality and performance associated with this respected design house.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 29.50 ft / 8.99 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 26.00 ft / 7.92 m
Beam 10.92 ft / 3.33 m
Max Draft 5.75 ft / 1.75 m
Displacement 6,900.00 lb / 3,130 kg
Ballast 2,600.00 lb / 1,179 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 458.00 ft² / 42.55 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer German Frers
Builder Carroll Marine
First Built 1987
Related Sailboats ["Cc 29" · "Seidelmann 295" · "Arcadia 30 Jeanneau" · "Halmatic 30" · "Mustang 30"]
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
 132
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
 20.28
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
 16.33
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
 2.3
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. 6.83
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
 3.43
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
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 41.7
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.8
P (Mainsail Luff) 36.0
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.8
SA Fore 246.03
SA Main 212.4
How It Compares

vs. Arcadia 30 Jeanneau, Halmatic 30, Seidelmann 295

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Dimensions
LOA
Frers 30 ★
29.5 ft
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
29.5 ft
Halmatic 30
29.5 ft
Seidelmann 295
29.4 ft
LWL
Frers 30 ★
26.0 ft
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
24.4 ft
Halmatic 30
22.8 ft
Seidelmann 295
24.4 ft
Beam
Frers 30 ★
10.9 ft
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
10.3 ft
Halmatic 30
9.5 ft
Seidelmann 295
10.2 ft
Displacement
Frers 30 ★
6 lbs
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
6 lbs
Halmatic 30
9 lbs
Seidelmann 295
7 lbs
Ballast
Frers 30 ★
2 lbs
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
2 lbs
Halmatic 30
4 lbs
Seidelmann 295
3 lbs
Sail Area
Frers 30 ★
458 sq ft
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
378 sq ft
Halmatic 30
430 sq ft
Seidelmann 295
408 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Frers 30 ★
132 s/nm
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
—
Halmatic 30
—
Seidelmann 295
183 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Frers 30 ★
20.3
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
18.0
Halmatic 30
16.0
Seidelmann 295
17.6
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Frers 30 ★
—
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
43.5 %
Halmatic 30
50.0 %
Seidelmann 295
44.4 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Frers 30 ★
16.3
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
16.4
Halmatic 30
27.9
Seidelmann 295
19.6
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Frers 30 ★
2.30
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
2.26
Halmatic 30
1.83
Seidelmann 295
2.11
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Frers 30 ★
—
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
188
Halmatic 30
337
Seidelmann 295
220
Hull Speed
Frers 30 ★
6.8 kts
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
6.6 kts
Halmatic 30
6.4 kts
Seidelmann 295
6.6 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Frers 30 ★
3.4
Arcadia 30 Jeanneau
3.0
Halmatic 30
—
Seidelmann 295
2.5
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