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Seawolf 30

Designer: David Feltham  ·  Builder: Seawolf Yachts  ·  First built: 1980
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About the Seawolf 30

Designed with rugged coastal and offshore sailing in mind, the Seawolf 30 carries a reputation as a capable and seaworthy bluewater cruiser that punches well above its size class. Built to handle challenging conditions, this compact cruiser appeals to sailors who prioritize safety and dependability over speed or racing performance, making it a thoughtful choice for extended passages and open-water exploration. The Seawolf 30's design philosophy leans toward stout construction and a confident motion in rough seas, characteristics that have earned it a loyal following among shorthanded sailors and liveaboard enthusiasts looking for an affordable entry into bluewater sailing. Its manageable size makes it accessible for couples or solo sailors, while still offering enough volume for practical long-distance cruising accommodations. With limited specification data widely available, prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect individual examples carefully and consult owner communities, where firsthand accounts of performance and build quality tend to paint the most accurate picture. For those drawn to capable, no-nonsense offshore sailing on a modest budget, the Seawolf 30 remains a worthy vessel to consider.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 29.75 ft / 9.07 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.00 ft / 7.01 m
Beam 10.33 ft / 3.15 m
Max Draft 5.50 ft / 1.68 m
Displacement 7,900.00 lb / 3,583 kg
Ballast 3,400.00 lb / 1,542 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 410.00 ft² / 38.09 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer David Feltham
Builder Seawolf Yachts
First Built 1980
Related Sailboats J30 · Pearson 30 · S2 91 · First 29 Beneteau · Olson 29
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Performance Ratios
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
16.59
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
21.76
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
2.08
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. 6.43
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. 848.94
How It Compares

vs. First 29 Beneteau, J30, Olson 29, Pearson 30, S2 91

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Dimensions
LOA
Seawolf 30 ★
29.8 ft
First 29 Beneteau
29.7 ft
J30
29.8 ft
Olson 29
29.7 ft
Pearson 30
29.8 ft
S2 91
29.8 ft
LWL
Seawolf 30 ★
23.0 ft
First 29 Beneteau
26.2 ft
J30
25.0 ft
Olson 29
27.5 ft
Pearson 30
25.0 ft
S2 91
25.0 ft
Beam
Seawolf 30 ★
10.3 ft
First 29 Beneteau
9.8 ft
J30
11.2 ft
Olson 29
9.3 ft
Pearson 30
9.5 ft
S2 91
10.5 ft
Displacement
Seawolf 30 ★
7 lbs
First 29 Beneteau
7 lbs
J30
7 lbs
Olson 29
3 lbs
Pearson 30
8 lbs
S2 91
7 lbs
Ballast
Seawolf 30 ★
3 lbs
First 29 Beneteau
2 lbs
J30
2 lbs
Olson 29
1 lbs
Pearson 30
3 lbs
S2 91
3 lbs
Sail Area
Seawolf 30 ★
410 sq ft
First 29 Beneteau
388 sq ft
J30
444 sq ft
Olson 29
365 sq ft
Pearson 30
445 sq ft
S2 91
490 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Seawolf 30 ★
First 29 Beneteau
J30
Olson 29
99 s/nm
Pearson 30
174 s/nm
S2 91
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Seawolf 30 ★
16.6
First 29 Beneteau
17.0
J30
19.5
Olson 29
24.9
Pearson 30
17.4
S2 91
19.9
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Seawolf 30 ★
First 29 Beneteau
J30
Olson 29
Pearson 30
42.8 %
S2 91
40.8 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Seawolf 30 ★
21.8
First 29 Beneteau
19.2
J30
16.4
Olson 29
10.1
Pearson 30
24.3
S2 91
20.0
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Seawolf 30 ★
2.08
First 29 Beneteau
2.04
J30
2.34
Olson 29
2.44
Pearson 30
1.88
S2 91
2.12
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Seawolf 30 ★
First 29 Beneteau
J30
Olson 29
Pearson 30
237
S2 91
224
Hull Speed
Seawolf 30 ★
6.4 kts
First 29 Beneteau
6.9 kts
J30
6.7 kts
Olson 29
7.0 kts
Pearson 30
6.7 kts
S2 91
6.7 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Seawolf 30 ★
First 29 Beneteau
3.0
J30
3.0
Olson 29
6.2
Pearson 30
2.3
S2 91
2.7
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