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Granada 30
Designer: Elvstrøm & Kjærulff  ·  Builder: Granada Yachts  ·  First built: 1977
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About the Granada 30

With limited documentation available, the Granada 30 represents one of those intriguing sailboats that captures attention despite its relative obscurity in the mainstream sailing world. This 30-foot vessel appears to have been designed primarily for coastal cruising and weekend sailing, appealing to sailors seeking a manageable size that balances performance with comfort. The boat's design philosophy seems to emphasize practical sailing characteristics over cutting-edge innovation, making it an accessible choice for intermediate sailors looking to step up from smaller boats. Its 30-foot length suggests a sweet spot for single-handed or small crew sailing while providing enough interior space for extended cruising adventures. Given the scarcity of detailed information, the Granada 30 likely represents a smaller production run or regional manufacturer, which can actually work in favor of prospective buyers seeking something distinctive. These lesser-known designs often offer solid sailing characteristics and competitive pricing compared to mainstream alternatives. For sailors willing to do their research and possibly work with limited parts availability, the Granada 30 could prove to be an excellent value proposition for coastal exploration and club racing participation.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 30.12 ft / 9.18 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.92 ft / 7.90 m
Beam 9.55 ft / 2.91 m
Max Draft 5.41 ft / 1.65 m
Displacement 9,259.00 lb / 4,200 kg
Ballast 3,086.00 lb / 1,400 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Elvstrøm & Kjærulff
Builder Granada Yachts
First Built 1977
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Performance Ratios
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
26.06
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
1.82
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. 6.82
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. 884.47
How It Compares

vs. Bandholm 30, Cal 3 30, Newport 30 2

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Dimensions
LOA
Granada 30 ★
30.1 ft
Bandholm 30
30.2 ft
Cal 3 30
30.1 ft
Newport 30 2
30.0 ft
LWL
Granada 30 ★
25.9 ft
Bandholm 30
26.3 ft
Cal 3 30
26.3 ft
Newport 30 2
26.5 ft
Beam
Granada 30 ★
9.6 ft
Bandholm 30
9.4 ft
Cal 3 30
10.2 ft
Newport 30 2
10.7 ft
Displacement
Granada 30 ★
9 lbs
Bandholm 30
10 lbs
Cal 3 30
10 lbs
Newport 30 2
8 lbs
Ballast
Granada 30 ★
3 lbs
Bandholm 30
5 lbs
Cal 3 30
5 lbs
Newport 30 2
2 lbs
Performance
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Granada 30 ★
Bandholm 30
57.4 %
Cal 3 30
47.6 %
Newport 30 2
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Granada 30 ★
26.1
Bandholm 30
Cal 3 30
Newport 30 2
19.2
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Granada 30 ★
1.82
Bandholm 30
Cal 3 30
Newport 30 2
2.14
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Granada 30 ★
Bandholm 30
255
Cal 3 30
257
Newport 30 2
Hull Speed
Granada 30 ★
6.8 kts
Bandholm 30
Cal 3 30
Newport 30 2
6.9 kts
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