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Ticon 30
Designer: Halsey Herreshoff  ·  Builder: Ticon Yachts Ltd. (Can)  ·  First built: 1981
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About the Ticon 30

A practical and unpretentious cruising sailboat, the Ticon 30 represents the kind of straightforward design that appeals to sailors looking for a reliable vessel without unnecessary complexity. Built with coastal and near-offshore cruising in mind, this 30-foot sailboat offers enough space and capability for weekend adventures and extended passages along protected waters, making it a sensible choice for intermediate sailors ready to step up from smaller boats. While detailed specifications on the Ticon 30 are relatively scarce, the model has maintained a quiet following among budget-conscious cruisers who appreciate its no-fuss approach to sailing. Boats of this type and era typically prioritize stability and ease of handling over outright performance, making them forgiving in a variety of conditions and accessible to those still building their offshore confidence. For anyone considering the Ticon 30 as a purchase, its appeal lies in its simplicity and affordability within the used boat market. Prospective buyers are encouraged to conduct a thorough survey, as documentation and service history can vary significantly on older examples of this model.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 29.92 ft / 9.12 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 26.00 ft / 7.92 m
Beam 11.00 ft / 3.35 m
Max Draft 4.92 ft / 1.50 m
Displacement 9,600.00 lb / 4,354 kg
Ballast 4,250.00 lb / 1,928 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Headroom 6.25 ft / 1.91 m
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Halsey Herreshoff
Builder Ticon Yachts Ltd. (CAN)
First Built 1981
Last Built 1986
Number Built 35
Related Sailboats ["Catalina 30" · "Hunter 30" · "S2 92 C" · "Ericson 30" · "Santana 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
 180
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
 44.27
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
 243.84
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. 6.13 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 15.42
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.25 ft / 3.43 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 434.00 ft² / 40.32 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Universal
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 11
Fuel Capacity 20 gals / 76 L
Water Capacity 30 gals / 114 L
How It Compares

vs. Ericson 30, Hunter 30, S2 92 C

This boat Similar boats
Dimensions
LOA
Ticon 30 ★
29.9 ft
Ericson 30
29.9 ft
Hunter 30
29.9 ft
S2 92 C
29.9 ft
LWL
Ticon 30 ★
26.0 ft
Ericson 30
25.3 ft
Hunter 30
25.6 ft
S2 92 C
25.0 ft
Beam
Ticon 30 ★
11.0 ft
Ericson 30
10.5 ft
Hunter 30
10.8 ft
S2 92 C
10.3 ft
Displacement
Ticon 30 ★
9 lbs
Ericson 30
9 lbs
Hunter 30
9 lbs
S2 92 C
9 lbs
Ballast
Ticon 30 ★
4 lbs
Ericson 30
4 lbs
Hunter 30
3 lbs
S2 92 C
4 lbs
Sail Area
Ticon 30 ★
—
Ericson 30
470 sq ft
Hunter 30
417 sq ft
S2 92 C
468 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Ticon 30 ★
180 s/nm
Ericson 30
168 s/nm
Hunter 30
189 s/nm
S2 92 C
—
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Ticon 30 ★
—
Ericson 30
17.4
Hunter 30
14.5
S2 92 C
16.4
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Ticon 30 ★
44.3 %
Ericson 30
—
Hunter 30
39.4 %
S2 92 C
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Ticon 30 ★
—
Ericson 30
22.7
Hunter 30
—
S2 92 C
25.8
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Ticon 30 ★
—
Ericson 30
2.02
Hunter 30
—
S2 92 C
1.92
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Ticon 30 ★
243
Ericson 30
—
Hunter 30
264
S2 92 C
—
Hull Speed
Ticon 30 ★
—
Ericson 30
6.7 kts
Hunter 30
—
S2 92 C
6.7 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Ticon 30 ★
—
Ericson 30
2.2
Hunter 30
—
S2 92 C
1.9
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