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Voyager 30 Primrose
Designer: Angus Primrose  ·  Builder: Trident Marine (Uk)  ·  First built: 1978
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About the Voyager 30 Primrose

Designed by renowned naval architect Angus Primrose and built by Trident Marine in the UK beginning in 1978, this 30-footer represents classic British cruising yacht design philosophy. The Voyager 30 embodies traditional seaworthy characteristics with its long keel configuration and transom-hung rudder, providing excellent directional stability and forgiving handling in challenging conditions. With a displacement of 8,600 pounds and 3,000 pounds of ballast, this masthead sloop offers substantial stability for coastal and offshore cruising. The generous beam of 10 feet creates comfortable interior volume, while the moderate draft of 4 feet allows access to shallow harbors and anchorages. Her comfort ratio of 24.01 indicates a motion that's well-suited for extended passages, though the relatively low SA/displacement ratio of 13.46 suggests performance leans toward comfortable cruising rather than spirited sailing. The fiberglass construction and conservative design make this an excellent choice for sailors seeking a reliable, seaworthy vessel for coastal exploration and light offshore work. Primrose's reputation for creating wholesome, dependable designs shines through in this practical cruiser that prioritizes safety and comfort over racing performance. Her hull speed of 6.53 knots and capsize screening value of 1.96 reflect her inherently stable nature.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 30.50 ft / 9.30 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.75 ft / 7.24 m
Beam 10.00 ft / 3.05 m
Max Draft 4.00 ft / 1.22 m
Displacement 8,600.00 lb / 3,901 kg
Ballast 3,000.00 lb / 1,361 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 352.00 ft² / 32.70 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long keel w/trans. hung rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Angus Primrose
Builder Trident Marine (UK)
First Built 1978
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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
 13.46
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
 34.88
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
 286.59
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
 24.01
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
 1.96
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. 6.53 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. 848.61 pounds/inch
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Watermotar
Engine Model Sea Panther
Engine Type Diesel
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