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Mercator 30
Designer: Neil Parmentier  ·  Builder: Mercator  ·  First built: 1970
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About the Mercator 30

With limited technical specifications publicly available, the Mercator 30 represents something of an enigma in the 30-foot sailboat category. This relative obscurity often characterizes boats that were produced in smaller numbers or targeted specific regional markets, making them intriguing finds for sailors seeking something distinctive. Based on its name and size classification, this vessel likely falls into the coastal cruising or club racing segment, where 30-foot designs traditionally excel. Boats of this length typically offer an appealing balance between manageable size for smaller crews and sufficient interior volume for weekend getaways or extended coastal passages. The scarcity of detailed information suggests the Mercator 30 may have had a limited production run or represents a lesser-known builder's attempt to enter the competitive 30-foot market. This can actually work in favor of prospective buyers, as such boats often represent good value propositions compared to their more famous contemporaries. For sailors considering a Mercator 30, thorough inspection and research into the specific builder's reputation, construction methods, and available parts support would be essential. The boat's relative anonymity doesn't necessarily reflect poor design or construction, but rather highlights the importance of individual evaluation.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 30.00 ft / 9.14 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 24.50 ft / 7.47 m
Beam 8.83 ft / 2.69 m
Max Draft 5.00 ft / 1.52 m
Displacement 10,000.00 lb / 4,536 kg
Ballast 4,300.00 lb / 1,950 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Neil Parmentier
Builder Mercator
First Built 1970
Number Built 38
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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
43.0
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
303.57
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. 4.64 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 14.53
P (Mainsail Luff) 420.00 ft² / 39.02 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo
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