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Mustang 30
Designer: Paul Handley  ·  Builder: Harley Raceboats (Uk)  ·  First built: 1988
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About the Mustang 30

Designed by Paul Handley and built by Harley Raceboats in the UK between 1988 and 1998, this fin-keeled sloop represents a focused approach to performance-oriented sailing. With only 29 hulls produced during its decade-long production run, the Mustang 30 remains a relatively rare sight on the water. The yacht's specifications reveal a boat optimized for spirited sailing rather than comfortable cruising. Its moderate displacement of 5,754 pounds combined with a modern fin keel and bulb configuration, plus spade rudder arrangement, delivers responsive handling characteristics that racing enthusiasts appreciate. The fractional sloop rig provides excellent sail control and the ability to carry weather helm effectively in stronger conditions. With a low comfort ratio of 21.67, this design prioritizes performance over accommodation space, making it well-suited for day sailing, club racing, and coastal passages where speed and agility matter more than interior volume. The capsize screening formula of 1.82 indicates reasonable stability for coastal and near-offshore sailing, though the boat's racing pedigree suggests it's most at home in competitive environments. The fiberglass construction and modest 10-horsepower auxiliary engine reflect the era's focus on sailing performance, making the Mustang 30 an appealing choice for sailors seeking an uncommon, performance-oriented yacht.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 29.53 ft / 9.00 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.23 ft / 7.08 m
Beam 8.14 ft / 2.48 m
Max Draft 5.61 ft / 1.71 m
Displacement 5,754.00 lb / 2,610 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Paul Handley
Builder Harley Raceboats (UK)
First Built 1988
Last Built 1998
Number Built 29
Related Sailboats Frers 30 · Halmatic 30 · Cc 29 · Etap 30 · Banner 30
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Performance Ratios
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
204.92
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
21.67
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. 6.46 kn
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. 675.65 pounds/inch
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make VOLVO
Engine Model 1010
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 10
How It Compares

vs. Banner 30, Cc 29, Etap 30, Frers 30, Halmatic 30

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Dimensions
LOA
Mustang 30 ★
29.5 ft
Banner 30
29.5 ft
Cc 29
29.6 ft
Etap 30
29.6 ft
Frers 30
29.5 ft
Halmatic 30
29.5 ft
LWL
Mustang 30 ★
23.2 ft
Banner 30
23.3 ft
Cc 29
23.6 ft
Etap 30
25.1 ft
Frers 30
26.0 ft
Halmatic 30
22.8 ft
Beam
Mustang 30 ★
8.1 ft
Banner 30
9.2 ft
Cc 29
10.3 ft
Etap 30
10.3 ft
Frers 30
10.9 ft
Halmatic 30
9.5 ft
Displacement
Mustang 30 ★
5 lbs
Banner 30
5 lbs
Cc 29
7 lbs
Etap 30
7 lbs
Frers 30
6 lbs
Halmatic 30
9 lbs
Ballast
Mustang 30 ★
Banner 30
2 lbs
Cc 29
2 lbs
Etap 30
3 lbs
Frers 30
2 lbs
Halmatic 30
4 lbs
Sail Area
Mustang 30 ★
Banner 30
Cc 29
422 sq ft
Etap 30
403 sq ft
Frers 30
458 sq ft
Halmatic 30
430 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Mustang 30 ★
Banner 30
Cc 29
Etap 30
186 s/nm
Frers 30
132 s/nm
Halmatic 30
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Mustang 30 ★
Banner 30
Cc 29
17.7
Etap 30
16.3
Frers 30
20.3
Halmatic 30
16.0
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Mustang 30 ★
Banner 30
48.0 %
Cc 29
36.0 %
Etap 30
Frers 30
Halmatic 30
50.0 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Mustang 30 ★
21.7
Banner 30
Cc 29
20.4
Etap 30
20.7
Frers 30
16.3
Halmatic 30
27.9
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Mustang 30 ★
1.82
Banner 30
Cc 29
2.11
Etap 30
2.07
Frers 30
2.30
Halmatic 30
1.83
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Mustang 30 ★
204
Banner 30
198
Cc 29
255
Etap 30
Frers 30
Halmatic 30
337
Hull Speed
Mustang 30 ★
6.5 kts
Banner 30
Cc 29
6.5 kts
Etap 30
6.7 kts
Frers 30
6.8 kts
Halmatic 30
6.4 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Mustang 30 ★
Banner 30
Cc 29
2.2
Etap 30
2.4
Frers 30
3.4
Halmatic 30
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